Residential Assistant - PT Weekends

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.

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 $17.00 to $19.70 and may commensurate with experience.

We are currently seeking a part-time Residential Assistant for Mary Claire House in Northeast Washington DC.

Position Description: Provides oversight and program support to Mary Claire House residents. Ensures that residents receive the social supports that they need in order to manage mental health symptoms.

Schedule: Saturdays 10:00am - 4:00pm (6 hours/week) in addition attend two monthly meetings per month

Required: HS Degree/GED; 1-3 years of experience in social services; experience providing services in addictions or mental health treatment

Required License/Certification: CPR/First Aid; Driver's License

Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required:

Knowledge of substance abuse and mental health issues

Ability to set professional boundaries

Conflict resolution and problem solving skills

Relationship building skills

Organized with an attention to detail

Ability to communicate with diverse audiences

Ability to maintain calm in crisis situations

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently

Demonstrates professionalism and maintains confidentiality while working with sensitive issues

Program Operations/Expectations:

Perform room checks and hourly house walk-throughs

Ensure house chores are completed

Assist residents in preparing meals, as needed

Monitor resident compliance with rules and regulations

Provide documentation and maintain communication logs

Respond to crisis situations or medical emergencies and report to management and on-call staff

Monitor resident self-medication during shift

Provide supervision of the facility and residents during assigned shift; maintain safety and security of the facility

Provide assistance to residents with daily living activities

Reports to: Program Manager

Physical 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. 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.

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