Resident Support & Safety Advocate

Community Housing Innovations, Inc.; Bay Shore (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Community Housing Innovations, Inc. (CHI) is seeking a part-time Resident Support Specialist for our Brentwood location. You will provide a safe, supervised environment for CHI residents and staff, monitor movements, and support front desk operations.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, 1–2 years in a related field preferred, and strong communication skills in English (Spanish a plus). Proficiency with MS Windows/Office and basic computer use is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years experience in related field preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; English required; Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain visibility to residents, staff, and visitors by wearing a safety monitor vest, ID badge, and professional attire.
• Screen all clients and visitors entering the facility.
• Perform bag searches upon intake and as required.
• Ensure clients abide by facility, DSS, and OTDA policies and procedures.
• De-escalate potential crisis situations and document all interventions.
• Conduct rounds throughout the facility including hallways, stairwells, floors, bathrooms, and other common areas.
• Complete logs, incident reports, and all other required documentation.
• Perform administrative and receptionist duties at the operations/front desk.
• Monitor video surveillance cameras, fire prevention, detection alarm, and notification system.
• Support the running of fire drills; evacuate the building when necessary, utilize fire safety procedures.
• Assist with room preparation and turnover for new clients.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning and office supplies and ensure proper distribution.
• Inform management of work site’s physical condition (i.e. dangerous conditions, possible repair needs, supply needs).
• Support afterschool/evening activities as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Bi-lingual (Spanish)

MS Windows

MS Office

Internet usage

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Windows

MS Office

Internet

Job description

Community Housing Innovations, Inc. (CHI) is seeking a part-time Resident Support Specialist for our Brentwood location. You will provide a safe, supervised environment for CHI residents and staff, monitor movements, and support front desk operations.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, 1–2 years in a related field preferred, and strong communication skills in English (Spanish a plus). Proficiency with MS Windows/Office and basic computer use is expected.