Residence Worker / Residential Aide (Overnight)

Samaritan Daytop Village, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

25 days paid time off

Retirement account matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Samaritan Daytop Village, Inc. seeks an Overnight Residential Aide to support transitional housing programs in Bed Stuy, Brooklyn. You will assist with intake, safety monitoring, and policy enforcement, ensuring a secure and respectful living environment for residents.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, at least one year of relevant experience, and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations. CPR certification may be pursued after employment, with full benefits included.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year experience with individuals facing homelessness or complex needs.
• Familiarity with shelter operations or supportive housing preferred.
• Basic computer literacy; able to learn internal databases (DHS CARES).
• Strong interpersonal skills; work respectfully with diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to stay calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
• Commitment to trauma-informed care, confidentiality and ethics.
• Willingness to obtain CPR certification and/or Food Protection Certificate during employment.

Responsibilities

• Welcome residents and orient them to shelter policies and routines.
• Assist with client check-ins, discharges, and documentation (DHS CARES).
• Monitor resident safety and behavior during rounds.
• Enforce rules while maintaining a respectful environment.
• Respond to incidents and complete timely reports.
• Refer residents to services and coordinate with case managers.
• Maintain cleanliness and security of rooms; manage belongings.
• Communicate maintenance needs to supervisors; keep common areas orderly.
• Build rapport and offer guidance in daily interactions.
• Uphold confidentiality and DHS protocols.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis management

Trauma-informed care

Calm under pressure

Documentation & reporting

De-escalation

Diversity & inclusion

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

DHS CARES system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Overnight Residential Aide

Samaritan Daytop Village operates transitional housing programs for single adults and families experiencing homelessness across all five boroughs of New York City. The Residential Aide supports this mission by assisting with client intake, monitoring resident safety and well-being, enforcing facility policies, and maintaining a secure and respectful living environment. The Residential Aide role involves direct interaction with clients navigating complex challenges and requires a consistent presence, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm, level-headed, and professional in emotionally charged or unpredictable situations.

Responsibilities

• Welcome new residents and provide orientation to shelter policies, services, and daily routines
• Assist with client check-ins, discharges, and documentation using DHS CARES system
• Monitor resident safety and behavior through regular rounds and informal engagement
• Enforce facility rules while maintaining a respectful and supportive environment
• Respond to incidents and complete timely, accurate reports
• Support residents in accessing services by making referrals and coordinating with case managers
• Maintain cleanliness and security of resident rooms, including tagging and storing personal belongings when needed
• Communicate facility maintenance needs to supervisors and ensure common areas are orderly
• Build rapport with residents and offer guidance during daily interactions
• Uphold confidentiality and follow all agency and DHS protocols

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma (GED) required

• Minimum of one year experience working with individuals facing homelessness, substance use, mental health challenges, or other complex needs

• Familiarity with shelter operations or supportive housing environments preferred

• Basic computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn internal databases (e.g., DHS CARES system)

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds

• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure or crisis situations

• Commitment to trauma-informed care, confidentiality, and ethical standards in client interactions

• Willingness to obtain CPR certification and/or Food Protection Certificate during employment

Additional Information

This is a full-time non-exempt role with an hourly rate of $20.23 (annualized at 35 hours a week to $36,820) with a full benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 25 days of paid time off, access to a retirement account with an employer to match, and tuition reimbursement.

This role is located in Bed Stuy, Brooklyn and has a schedule of Sunday-Thursday 12am-8am.

For payroll and systems purposes, this role is titled “Residence Worker”.

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