Residential Aide (Brooklyn)

alphanumeric; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the nonprofit sector is seeking dedicated Residential Aides to support individuals in transitional housing. This role is vital in providing hands-on assistance and fostering a supportive environment for residents. You will connect operations staff with clients, ensuring their needs are met while maintaining a safe and clean living space. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a visionary team committed to transforming lives through comprehensive care and community building!

Benefits

Generous compensation package

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a shelter or residential setting required.
• Bilingual candidates are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections and assist clients with appointments.
• Monitor residents' skills and maintain cleanliness of the building.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Diplomacy and Discretion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree

Food Handlers Certificate

Job description

Job Details

Residential Aide (Brooklyn)

Job ID#: 3878

Job Category: Residential Aide (Brooklyn)

Position Type: Full Time

Details: Acacia Network, the leading Latino integrated care nonprofit in the nation, offers the community, from children to seniors, a pathway to behavioral and primary healthcare, housing, and empowerment. We are visionary leaders transforming the triple aim of high quality, great experience at a lower cost. Acacia champions a collaborative environment to deliver vital health, housing and community building services, work we have been doing since 1969. By hiring talented individuals like you, we've been able to expand quickly, with offices in Albany, Buffalo, Syracuse, Orlando, Tennessee, Maryland and Puerto Rico.

We are seeking Residential Aides for our Transitional Housing shelter located in Brooklyn. The Residential Aide will be the primary connection between the operations staff and the clients. The residential aide will spend a large amount of time with the residents, helping clients who need more hands-on assistance, providing insight to the current atmosphere in the facility, and addressing client complaints or recommendations.

Salary: $16-$21/HR
Responsibilities consist of but are not limited to:

• Perform daily room and bed inspections.
• Pack up and log items for AWOL residents.
• Escort clients to appointments.
• Assist in the monitoring and development of residents' independent living skills.
• Monitor and track furniture.
• Perform nightly bed counts.
• Fill in for kitchen staff when necessary.
• Conflict resolution between residents.
• Cover operations desk when necessary.
• Answer phones when necessary.
• Help maintain the cleanliness of the building.
• Monitor common areas to ensure proper usage.

Education/License:

• High School Diploma or GED required. Associate degree preferred.
• Food handlers certificate a plus.

Qualifications:

• 2 years of applicable experience in shelter or residential setting.
• Passion for working with individuals and families who are in transitional housing.
• Excellent communication skills, comfortable working with others.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare and submit all required paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.
• Knowledge of DHS requirements and protocols.
• Ability to deal with sensitive issues with diplomacy and discretion.
• Must be able to multitask with strong organizational skills.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Benefits:

• We offer the chosen candidate a generous compensation package!

*Acacia Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer*