SOME
Residential Assistant
SOME, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to 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.We are currently seeking a part-time
Residential Assistant
for
Leland House
in NE Washington DC.Position Description:
The Residential Assistant will provide monitoring and oversight of residential/transitional housing facilities and residents.Required:
HS Degree/GED; 1-3 yrs experience in social services; experience providing services in addictions or mental health treatment.Required License/Certification:
CPR/First Aid; AED; Food Handler's License; Crisis Intervention (Training); Driver's License.Covid-19 Considerations:
In alignment with DC Health, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are mandated for personnel working in SOME’s healthcare-designated programs. Requests for a medical or religious exemption will be considered for a reasonable accommodation.Schedule:
Monday - Thursday 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm.Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required:Knowledge of substance abuse and mental health issuesAbility to set professional boundariesConflict resolution and problem solving skillsRelationship building skillsOrganized with an attention to detailAbility to communicate with diverse audiencesAbility to maintain calm in crisis situationsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work independentlyDemonstrates professionalism and maintains confidentiality while working with sensitive issuesProgram Operations/Expectations:Perform room checks and hourly house walk-throughsEnsure house chores are completedAssist residents in preparing meals, as neededMonitor resident compliance with rules and regulationsProvide documentation and maintain communication logsRespond to crisis situations or medical emergencies and report to management and on-call staffMonitor resident self-medication during shiftProvide supervision of the facility and residents during assigned shift; maintain safety and security of the facilityProvide assistance to residents with daily living activitiesReports to:
Program ManagerPhysical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. May be required to sit or stand for long periods.Position Designation:
This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing prior to or during your employment with SOME.To Apply:
Go to our career page at
https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities
and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.SOME (So Others Might Eat) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or liability for service in the Armed forces of the United States. SOME (So Others Might Eat) is also a Drug-Free Workplace.
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Residential Assistant
for
Leland House
in NE Washington DC.Position Description:
The Residential Assistant will provide monitoring and oversight of residential/transitional housing facilities and residents.Required:
HS Degree/GED; 1-3 yrs experience in social services; experience providing services in addictions or mental health treatment.Required License/Certification:
CPR/First Aid; AED; Food Handler's License; Crisis Intervention (Training); Driver's License.Covid-19 Considerations:
In alignment with DC Health, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are mandated for personnel working in SOME’s healthcare-designated programs. Requests for a medical or religious exemption will be considered for a reasonable accommodation.Schedule:
Monday - Thursday 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm.Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required:Knowledge of substance abuse and mental health issuesAbility to set professional boundariesConflict resolution and problem solving skillsRelationship building skillsOrganized with an attention to detailAbility to communicate with diverse audiencesAbility to maintain calm in crisis situationsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work independentlyDemonstrates professionalism and maintains confidentiality while working with sensitive issuesProgram Operations/Expectations:Perform room checks and hourly house walk-throughsEnsure house chores are completedAssist residents in preparing meals, as neededMonitor resident compliance with rules and regulationsProvide documentation and maintain communication logsRespond to crisis situations or medical emergencies and report to management and on-call staffMonitor resident self-medication during shiftProvide supervision of the facility and residents during assigned shift; maintain safety and security of the facilityProvide assistance to residents with daily living activitiesReports to:
Program ManagerPhysical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. May be required to sit or stand for long periods.Position Designation:
This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing prior to or during your employment with SOME.To Apply:
Go to our career page at
https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities
and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.SOME (So Others Might Eat) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or liability for service in the Armed forces of the United States. SOME (So Others Might Eat) is also a Drug-Free Workplace.
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