Residential Assistant (FT; 4pm - 12am)

Thea Bowman House; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 2,535,000 - 2,686,000; Full time

Job summary

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is seeking a Residential Assistant to provide monitoring and oversight in a residential housing setting in NW Washington, DC. The role requires HS/GED, 3–5 years in social services, and experience with addictions or mental health treatment.

The position is essential, with evening hours (Mon-Fri, 4:00 pm–12:00 am) and opportunities to support clients in recovery while helping maintain program operations and safety.

Qualifications

• HS/GED; 3-5 yrs experience in social services; experience providing services in addictions or mental health treatment
• HS/GED required; Associate's degree preferred for advancement
• Experience with substance use or mental health treatment settings

Responsibilities

• Oversee house operations and ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Provide clients with support to progress on treatment goals.
• Plan and facilitate activities on-site and in the community including recovery.
• Monitor and document medications and provide crisis management as needed.
• Maintain client documentation and shift communications.
• Ensure household chores are completed and assist in meals.

Skills

Substance abuse

Mental health

Relationship skills

Communication

Calm under pressure

Team work

Education

HS/GED

Associate's degree

Job description

Career Opportunities with SOME (So Others Might Eat)

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Career Opportunities - SOME (So Others Might Eat)

Thank you for your interest in working for SOME (So Others Might Eat)

As a faith-inspired organization, SOME was founded and built upon the belief in dignity and respect for all people. We all are worthy of it and responsible for it. Appreciation for our shared humanity and sense of community has been a central feature of our mission for over 50 years. This is the call to action that SOME represents: to serve, empower and elevate all members of ourcommunity.Aschampions of our mission, we commit to creating an environment that welcomes and celebrates the diverse array of employees and clients we engage with every day.We strive to be bold in our work, knowing that to drive meaningful change, we must not shy away from discomfort.We reject all forms ofindividual and systemicdiscrimination, work actively to eliminate the abuse of privilege and power, and seek justice and equity for allwe encounter.

Below are the current positions that are available. Please take a few moments to explore our website to learn more about us before applying.

All positions require a criminal background check, and some positions require other pre-employment screenings such as substance abuse tests, child abuse registry check, & FBI check. All positions require three professional references, preferably from supervisors. Most positions require a two-tier interview process. Copies of required credentials will be requested upon job offer.

SOME, Inc. is a proactive equal-opportunity employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without any discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

SOME, Inc. is deeply committed to ensuring the job application process is accessible to all users. If you require assistance or have any concerns about the accessibility of our website or the application process, please feel free to contact us [e-mail] .This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests and does not pertain to application status inquiries.

SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in Washington, DC, helping them break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them.

Our more than 30 programs throughout the district provide comprehensive services that lead to mental and physical health, continued sobriety, job training, living-wage employment, and affordable housing. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare, and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.

Compensation:

We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The hourly range for this position is $18.40 to $19.50 and may be commensurate with experience.

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is looking for a Residential Assistant to provide support at Kirwan House, located in NW Washington, DC..

Position Description:

The Residential Assistant provides monitoring and oversight to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of residents and the overall housing facility.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (40 hours per week); This position is an essential position.

Required:

HS/GED; 3-5 yrs experience in social services; experience providing services in addictions or mental health treatment

Preferred:

Associate's Degree; 5 + yrs experience in social services; experience providing services in addictions or mental health treatment, Valid Driver's License.

Required License/Certification: CPR/First Aid

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of substance abuse and mental health issues
• Relationship building skills
• Ability to maintain calm in stressful situations
• Organized with an attention to detail
• Ability to communicate with diverse audiences
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility with the ability to multi-task despite competing priorities
• Ability to work both in a team and independently
• Ability to set professional boundaries

Expected Contributions: Resident Care & Program Operations

• Oversee house operations and ensure safe and efficient operations, report any safety /maintenance concerns
• Provide clients with support to maintain progress on treatment goals
• Plan and facilitate client participation in meaningful activity, both on-site and in the community including recovery
• Facilitate on-site group meetings and provide coaching to residents to maintain recoveryMonitor and document medications taken by clients
• Provide crisis management to clients as needed; document incidents according to policy and procedure
• Maintain client documentation and complete all shift communication
• Monitor client whereabouts and activities; conduct regular checks of program environment
• Review client appointments and communicate with treatment team as needed
• Ensure house chores are completed
• Perform room inspections
• Assist with client programming as needed
• Ensure that household supplies are available
• Perform various administrative taks as needed
• Transport clients as needed to meet program needs
• Assist in preparing meals as needed

Environmental Working Conditions:

This position is in a residential setting and may or may not include individual heating and air conditioning controls. This residential setting may or may not include a window.

Reports to:

Clinical Director, IOP

Position Designation:

This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing before or during your employment with SOME. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. May be required to sit or stand for long periods. Must be able to walk up and down stairs.

SOME, Inc. is a proactive equal-opportunity employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

SOME, Inc. is deeply committed to ensuring the job application process is accessible to all users. If you require assistance or have any concerns about the accessibility of our website or the application process, please feel free to contact us at [e-mail] . This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests and does not pertain to application status inquiries.