Residential Aide

Full Time
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
$18 an hour
Posted
Job description

About Exodus Transitional Community, Inc. With a firm belief in human resilience, Exodus Transitional Community, Inc. (“Exodus”) delivers innovative programming tailored to adults and youth affected by the justice system, and advocates for a society in which all can achieve social, economic, and spiritual well-being.

Job Profile and Description:

The core responsibility of the Residential Aide (RA) includes the continued assurance of the safety and security of the residents within the housing. Underthe general direction of the Administrative Housing Director, with some latitude for independent action, the RA provide direct assistance, support, and care to housing residents as well as supporting, assisting, and enforcing facility rules and providing crisis intervention as needed.

The ideal candidate is a compassionate, non-judgmental, ethical, caring people person with the ability to use critical thinking, assess situations, and make sound decisions based on good judgement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Complete Intake Check-inlogs, Nightly Attendance Roster, Incident Reports, wellness checks

· Receive food and other deliveries and confirm items received/receipts for accuracy by signing and dating form.

· Prepare and serve meals and organize cleanup

· Ensure compliance with all DOCCS Polices & Procedures and resident house rules

· Assist residents with housekeeping items needed

· Organize game night and other recreational activities for residents

· Notify Administrative Housing Director if any incidents or problems occur

· Participate in staff trainings, strategy sessions, and other meetings as required

· Prepare reports, case notes, and enter data into Sales force as required

· Other duties as needed

Education/Qualifications:

  • Education: High School diploma or GED
  • Experience: A minimum of two (2) years' experience in commercial and/or residential services. Successfully completed First Aid-CPR & Serve Food Handlers course (both can be completed upon hired).
  • Related Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills. Other Requirements (including Physical Demands)
  • Ability to think and act calmly in emergency situations.
  • Ability to work with a team.
  • Bilingual preferred

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Requirements: Will require occasional travel to other program operation locations in New York City, & Newburgh.

Other Requirements: Candidates must be able to safely: climb two flights of stairs, lift up to 15 pounds at times, work for prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Required to work additional shifts to ensure coverage when staff is on vacation or calls out sick.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity Hiring: Exodus encourages a diverse pool of candidates to apply, including those impacted by the legal system. We consider all applicants on the basis of their ability to perform the job, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, physical appearance, age, mental or physical disability, credit history, veteran status, uniform service member status, justice system involvement, victims of domestic violence, stalking, or other crimes, political affiliation, or any other legally protected class. Exodus does not tolerate discrimination or harassment against any of the above classes listed.

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Poughkeepsie, NY 12601: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)
  • Night Shift (Preferred)
  • Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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