What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Aide position at Apostles House?
The Apostles’ House (TAH) is a non-profit, non sectarian organization devoted to providing comprehensive social services to homeless women and children and individuals or families at risk of homelessness in Newark and Essex County, New Jersey. TAH seeks to help homeless and at-risk families transition to more stable housing environments and become self-sufficient through an empowering environment.
Role Summary:
Residential Aides – Emergency Shelter program will report to the Emergency Shelter Director. There are part-time positions available. The shifts are day (4pm-12am week days and weekends). This program is designed to be a safe space homeless families with children. Residential Aides will assist in the 24/7 operations of the home. Residential Aides will have direct contact with residents on a daily basis and will provide assistance with activities, events, off-site trips, cleaning of the units/facility and documentation of daily tasks. Residential Aides will help to ensure that house rules and operational procedures are followed. All staff is expected to model behavior consistent with good citizenship, self-respect, and respect for others.
Responsibilities:
Report to work on time and on a regular basis.
Train and encourage residents, as needed, in daily self-care practices.
Converse with residents to reinforce positive behaviors and to promote social interaction.
Clean and maintain a safe home environment
Aid administration in administering therapeutic and leisure activities, such as physical exercises, occupational arts and crafts, and recreational games, to residents
Observe and document daily progress report with medical issues, incidents, maintenance orders etc.
Maintain the cleanliness and neatness of indoor and outdoor areas, i.e., residential units, offices, bathrooms, foyer, staff lounge
Perform antiseptic cleaning duties, laundry, and other housekeeping duties as directed.
Report any immediate safety hazards to appropriate supervisory personnel or maintenance personnel. Complete written work order requests for maintenance needs.
Attend and participate in required training sessions and staff meetings.
Willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Adhere to safety, hygiene, health, and fire hazard guidelines; policies and procedures; and mission and values.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
High school diploma, or equivalent
Must be at least 21 years of age
Previous experience in a social service field
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to work with diverse communities
CPR and First Aid training and certification required within 3 months of hire
Driving: Must have valid New Jersey Drivers license and a clear driving record.
Must pass State background check
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16