Residential Aide

Volunteers of America Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage

Prescription Coverage

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday

Job summary

A social service organization in New York seeks a Residential Aide to assist clients and supervise their activities. The role involves ensuring that client requests are met and responsibilities include safeguarding clients, reporting incidents, and maintaining knowledge of service models. Candidates must have a high school degree or GED, relevant experience, and the ability to communicate professionally with clients, including those who speak Spanish. A commitment to promoting safety and client rights is essential.

Qualifications

• At least two years of relevant experience required.
• Valid state driver's license preferred.
• Ability to communicate professionally (oral and written).

Responsibilities

• Supervise client participation in daily program activities.
• Make scheduled rounds of assigned areas to safeguard clients and property.
• Report violations of client rights and incidents involving non-compliance.

Skills

Communication with Spanish-speaking clients

Education

High school degree or GED

Job description

Residential Aide

Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is an anti-poverty organization working to end homelessness in the New York area by 2050. We operate over 60 programs across New York City, Northern New Jersey and Westchester County including emergency, transitional and permanent housing. Our services extend to families experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans, youth aging out of foster care, adults with behavioral health or substance use needs, and others in need, including a special education preschool program.

We are in search of new talent in the following position...

The Residential Aide assists clients and guests, ensuring that their requests are met. They coordinate the non-clinical needs of families and guests, by greeting, managing, maintaining security, and coordinating the operations of the client care team. The Residential Aide orients clients to the program and engages clients in services, protects client rights, promotes client and coworker safety and clarifies facility rules.

Newton Hotel Family Shelter

Newton Hotel Family Shelter is an emergency family shelter located in Manhattan for families experiencing homelessness. To learn more about Volunteers of America-GNY, copy and paste this link into a browser https://www.voa-gny.org/our-services

Location: New York, NY 10025

Minimum Qualifications

• High school degree or GED preferred with at least two years of relevant experience.
• Valid state driver's license with a safe driving record that meets agency policy preferred.
• Ability to communicate professionally (oral and written) with Spanish-speaking clients preferred.

Certifications required within 90 days of hire - VOA will cover the cost

• CPR/First Aid
• Front Handler's Safety Certification

  Residential Aide Principal Responsibilities

  1. Supervise client participation in daily program activities, monitor observance of client's rights and client adherence to program rules and routines. Manage bed assignments, collect census data, distribute client linens and supplies, escort clients to appointments -if the staff does not have a driver's license, escort clients via public transportation.
  2. Maintain knowledge of service models. Communicate with case management staff and perform assigned tasks related to model service delivery.
  3. Make scheduled rounds of assigned areas to safeguard clients and property and promote appropriate behavior. Provide emergency response including crisis management, first aid, CPR and fire response as needed.
  4. Report any instances of violations of client rights, incidents involving clients' non-compliance of rules and regulations and any criminal activity promptly to the supervisor. Complete Incident Reports as outlined by the Program Manual and Funder guidelines.
  5. Drive agency vehicles to transport clients, staff and materials, if assigned.

  We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
  • Prescription Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday

  And much more!

  Please note: Benefits for part-time employees may vary.

  To learn more about VOA-Greater New York, copy and paste this link into a browser: https://www.voa-gny.org/about

  VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!