Residential Aide - Bandera Swing Shift (PT)

Alcott, a leading nonprofit agency dedicated to providing vital mental health and supportive housing services to low-income adults across Los Angeles County, is seeking a Residential Aide (Swing Shift) to join our Office of Diversion and Reentry (ODR) Interim Housing team at our Bandera site in Watts, Los Angeles, CA.

If you are compassionate, dependable, and driven to make a difference in the lives of individuals experiencing homelessness and behavioral health challenges, this is your opportunity to contribute to meaningful change. Join a team that values empathy, collaboration, and dignity for all.

Key Details
Job Title - Residential Aide (Swing Shift)
Department - ODR Interim Housing
Reports To - Program Manager
FLSA Status - Non-Exempt
Work Setting - On-Site
Location - Watts (Los Angeles, CA)
Schedule - Part-Time (Saturday and Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.)
Pay Range - $18.50 to $20.50 per hour, DOE

What You’ll Do: The Impact You’ll Make
As a Residential Aide, you will provide direct support and care to residents in our ODR Interim Housing program, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. Your work helps promote stability, independence, and dignity for each resident we serve.

Resident Support and Care
• Respond promptly and compassionately to resident needs.
• Support residents in daily living skills, personal care, and maintaining independence.
• Assist with meal preparation, serving, and scheduled program activities.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and uphold Alcott’s trauma-informed care philosophy.

Monitoring and Safety
• Conduct regular facility rounds to ensure resident and building safety.
• Respond effectively to emergencies and report all incidents in a timely manner.
• Keep all resident areas including hallways, restrooms, and laundry rooms clean, organized, and hazard-free.

Documentation and Communication
• Complete daily shift logs, incident reports, and documentation accurately.
• Provide detailed shift handoffs and communicate important updates to the Program Manager and incoming staff.

Administrative and Facility Support
• Greet visitors, answer phones, and assist with resident medication self-administration.
• Support program activities, meetings, and recreational events as needed.
• Assist with general facility upkeep and other administrative duties assigned by the Program Manager.

What You’ll Bring: Your Qualifications

Education and Experience
• High School diploma or GED required.
• At least one (1) year of experience in mental health, substance use treatment, or social services supporting individuals experiencing homelessness.
• Candidates with lived experience are encouraged to apply.
• If in recovery, must have at least one (1) year of continuous sobriety.

Skills and Competencies
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and compassionate under stress.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and database systems.
• Strong sense of responsibility, consistency, and respect for diversity.

Licenses and Requirements
• Valid California Driver’s License and insurability under agency policy (if driving is required).
• Successful Live Scan background clearance.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• Military-experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.

Why Join Alcott?
Alcott is a compassionate, mission-driven organization making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable Angelenos. When you join our team, you become part of a community committed to stability, recovery, and social justice.
• Meaningful Work: Help clients achieve recovery, stability, and independence.
• Supportive Team: Work alongside skilled professionals who value empathy, integrity, and collaboration.
• Outstanding Benefits: Enjoy 100% employer-paid Medical and Dental coverage (employee only, with family and PPO options available at an additional cost), a 403(b)-retirement plan with a 6% employer match, paid vacation and sick time.
• Professional Growth: Receive supervision and ongoing training opportunities to support your career advancement.

Alcott is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports the Americans with Disabilities Act. We adhere to the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019.