What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Assistant - Per Diem position at Economic Mobility Pathways, Inc?
Available Shifts: Residential Mentor - Per Diem
- Morning Residential Mentor (7am- 4pm)
- Evening Residential Mentor (3pm- 12am)
- Overnight Residential Mentor (11pm- 7am)
Who is EMPath?
As a leading nonprofit innovator that combines direct services, a global learning network, robust research, and advocacy, we offer a wide range of rewarding career opportunities.
What You'll Be Doing:
As a Residential Assistant - Per Diem also known as a Residential Mentor internally, you'll make a meaningful impact each day by helping ensure the smooth and supportive operation of our shelter. This per diem position offers pick-up shifts on an as-needed basis, giving you flexibility while allowing you to play a vital role in our mission. As a Residential Assistant, you’ll be a part of a dedicated team working to create a safe, welcoming, and organized environment for all residents. This role focuses on facility operations and support rather than managing individual participant caseloads. Your contributions will help foster a community-centered atmosphere where residents can thrive.
- Shelter Operations & Support: Maintain daily shelter functions including logging attendance, preparing rooms for residents, and supporting general facility procedures.
- Facility Management: Assist with heating and setting out pre-prepared meals (no full cooking required), and help maintain a clean, hygienic, and comfortable living space.
- Environmental Support: Help create a positive and functional shelter environment by responding to general resident needs and ensuring the smooth flow of daily activities.
- Participant Engagement: Partner with Program Mentors to support participants with tasks such as completing housing applications and accessing resources.
- Community Facilitation: Contribute to a supportive and inclusive environment by participating in community meetings and occasionally leading or assisting with mini-workshops for residents.
What You Bring to the Role:
We’re looking for compassionate, motivated individuals with a drive to make a difference. To succeed in this role, you’ll need:
- A strong passion for working with diverse populations, including those experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, substance abuse, or mental health challenges.
- Excellent emotional intelligence and the ability to remain composed in high-pressure situations.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
- Sharp problem-solving skills, keen observation, and sound judgment in decision-making.
Ways to Stand Out:
- Bilingual Skills: Fluency in Haitian Creole or Spanish preferred
- Educational Background: An Associate’s Degree in human services, child welfare, hospitality, or a related field is a plus.
Why EMPath?
The meaningful work! The organization and your colleagues are committed to disrupting poverty and supporting families as they work towards their biggest goals.
Collaborative team environment! You’ll join a team that values teamwork, and shares knowledge and ideas – all working towards shared goals for helping families move out of poverty.
Learning – We are a learning culture – We offer person-centered professional development, Mobility Mentoring training for all mentors and tuition assistance.
Pay transparency: Hourly rates start at $18.00 an hour and you will be eligible for shift differentials, second shift the differential is $1.50 and the overnight differential is $2.50.
EMPath is committed to recruiting, hiring, and sustaining a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender expression, sexuality, age, disability, or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are an EEO/AA/ADA/ADEA employer based in Boston, Massachusetts.
All offers of employment at EMPath are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.
Salary : $18 - $21