Residential Aide - Cecil Ivory House

brc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

403(b) plan

Tuition assistance

FSAs

Job summary

BRC in New York seeks a full-time security/counselor for the homeless population to patrol residence, monitor activities, and report incidents. You will escort residents, screen calls, and assist with medication supervision.

We value bilingual applicants, basic computer skills, CPR readiness, and a valid driver's license. The role offers comprehensive benefits and a path to growth within a dedicated city-serving organization.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required; some college preferred.
• One year of experience as security guard or counselor for the mentally ill preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
• Valid drivers' license preferred.
• Basic computer literacy required.
• CPR training or willingness to take training class in CPR.

Responsibilities

• Patrol residence and report observations leading to loss or damage of property.
• Monitor resident activities and act to restore order if needed.
• Make out reports as required.
• Escort residents as needed.
• Screen calls and visitors.
• Monitor the self administration of medication.
• Prepare laundry schedule, census update, case assignments, roll call sheet, and client probation list.
• Wake clients in the morning.
• Make periodic inspections of clients’ rooms.
• Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed.
• Related duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Basic computer literacy

CPR training

Education

HS diploma/GED

Some college preferred

Job description

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Patrol residence and report any observations leading to loss or damage of property. Monitor resident activities and act to restore order if needed. Make out reports as required. Act as escort for residents. Screen calls and visitors. Monitor the self administration of medication. Complete incident reports in AWARDS Prepare the following as needed: laundry schedule, census update, case assignments, roll call sheet, and client probation list. Help maintain transition and facilities logs. Monitor roll call sheet. Wake clients in the morning. Make periodic inspections of clients’ rooms. Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed. Related duties as assigned.

HOURS

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

QUALIFICATIONS

HS diploma/ GED required, some college preferred. One year of experience was a security guard or counselor for the mentally ill preferred. Bilingual, Spanish/ English preferred. Valid drivers’ license preferred. Basic computer literacy required. CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR.

Vaccination preferred but not required.

MAKE AN IMPACT

Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.

Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally.

Today, we have over 1000 full-time, part-time, and per-diem positions located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens. Come and learn why 95% of BRC employees report that they would recommend BRC as a good place to work, and join us in building a more caring and compassionate city.

BENEFITS

BRC takes the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees seriously. Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work. In addition, full time employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

1. Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage is available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
2. A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
3. Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
4. Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre-tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare.