Residential Night Aide

MY House; Wasilla (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated community organization in Wasilla is seeking a Night Aid to support individuals experiencing homelessness. The Night Aid will monitor residents, document activities, and assist with medication management during the night shift. Candidates should have a high school diploma, CPR certification, and experience or knowledge in trauma-informed care. This regular full-time position offers a vital role in maintaining a safe environment for participants.

Qualifications

• Must have basic computer skills.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certified.
• Experience with Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Informed Care.

Responsibilities

• Monitor participants and facility during the night shift.
• Conduct regular room checks and respond to emergencies.
• Document incidents and communicate with morning staff.

Skills

Crisis response

Deescalation techniques

Maintaining healthy boundaries

Flexibility and adaptability

Positive work ethic

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Vision

To end homelessness.

Mission Statement

All youth experiencing homelessness and youth at risk of being homeless are empowered to be contributing, self-supporting members of their community.

Job Description Title

Night Aid

Reports To: Administrative Manager

Employment Status: Regular, full-time

Classification: Hourly

Location: 300 North Willow Street, Wasilla AK 99654

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

General Functions

The Night Aid is part of a team, responsible for role modeling overall wellness to all individuals who receive services at My House. Night Aid will provide support to participants and monitor the participants and facility during the night shift. This role is essential for maintaining a safe, secure, and supportive environment for participants in recovery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Represent MY House in a positive and proactive manner at all times maintaining a professional posture with clients.
• Continue to stay current on training and education needed to perform duties to a high standard.

Record Keeping and Documentation

• Maintain accurate and detailed logs of incidents, activities, and observations during the shift.
• Document participants’ behavior, any incidents or concerns, and communicate important information to the morning shift staff and clinical team.
• Complete any required reports on time, ensuring compliance with confidentiality and facility policies.

Assist with Medication Management

• Observe client self-administered medications according to prescribed instructions ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Monitor residents for any side effects or adverse reactions related to medication, and report concerns to the clinical team.

Resident Supervision and Monitoring

• Conduct regular room checks to ensure residents are safe and following facility protocols.
• Respond promptly to emergency situations, providing immediate assistance and notifying appropriate staff or emergency services.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or general equivalency degree.
• Have a working knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Working knowledge of Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Informed Care.
• If in recovery, must be in remission for one (1) year and working a program of recovery.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certified.
• Continued employment is contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory State and Federal background check.
• Must have a valid Alaska Driver's License and be insurable under My House vehicle insurance.

Preferred Requirements

• Certified as a Peer Support Professional I (PSP I).
• Two (2) years’ experience working in the field of recovery.
• Experience in self-administration medication procedures.
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED certified.
• Current NPI, QAP and Medicaid enrollment.

Skills/Competencies

• Demonstrate the ability to respond to crisis situations and emergencies.
• Ability to deescalate agitated clients.
• Ability to maintain healthy boundaries with clients.
• Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and initiative.
• Working knowledge of healthcare portability act (42CFR and HIPAA).
• Demonstrate positive work ethic.
• Ability to communicate proficiently, verbally and in writing.

The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees assigned to this job. Management has sole discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.