Residential Aide I

Mission Statement:  The Rescue Mission of Utica, Inc. is a Christian Ministry, established to proclaim, in word and deed, the life changing Gospel of Jesus Christ, by unconditionally endeavoring to assess and meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of those individuals seeking assistance.

Job Title:  Residential Aide/Direct Care                         

 Job Summary:  The primary responsibility of the Residential Aide is to serve as a role model and be a spiritual mentor to men who are homeless or in recovery from an alcohol or drug addition.  Will provide direct support with building educational, life and computer skills while maintaining a safe and recovery focused program. 

 Essential Job Functions

• Maintain the safety and security of the facility. 
• Develop appropriate relationships with men to serve as a source of Godly counsel. 
• Maintain appropriate boundaries with the men by upholding the regulations of the program and acting as a trusted source of support.
• Implement all practices and procedures of the programs.
• Maintain effective communication with staff members.
• Communicate crisis incidents, potential threats and other unusual incidents to supervisor. 
• Maintain documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Abide by all Mission and program and safety policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Attend and participate in regular meetings and trainings as requested by your supervisor.
• Maintain a professional and approachable attitude on the Mission campus.
• All other duties as requested by your supervisor.

 Minimum Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• AAS Degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
• Genuine desire to pursue a career in human services.
• Experience working with men in the area of recovery, homelessness and mental illness preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Clean/valid NYS Driver’s License preferred.
• Enthusiastic support of our Mission Statement.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

The tasks described signify many of the physical requirements of this position, based on a Time Weighted Average of an 8-hour work day.

• Lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Reaching overhead with up to 20 lbs. of other material
• Twisting at the torso in stationary position
• Bending at waist using legs to lift objects up to 25 lbs.
• Bending at the waist to perform work at that level
• Standing for extended period
• Walking for extended period
• Walking up and down stairs
• Sitting for extended period
• Typing on a computer and using a mouse
• Exposure to heat & cold

 Status

Part Time/Per Diem

 Shifts

Varied Shifts: 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, 11pm-7am

 Pay Rate: $16.00-16.25 depending on experience

 Benefits:  We offer a competitive comprehensive benefit package for eligible employees to include medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k), voluntary benefits, paid time off, holidays and paid training.

  Thank you for considering the Rescue Mission of Utica for your future employment.  Have a blessed day!

The Rescue Mission of Utica is an equal opportunity employer encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.