What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Assistant - Leland (Part-Time) position at So Others Might Eat/ SOME?
SOME Inc. exists to help the homeless and poor of Washington, DC. With over 30 programs throughout the District of Columbia, we provide a wide spectrum of services to the most vulnerable individuals and families of our city. We strive to provide success paths toward mental and physical health, continued sobriety, job training and employment with a living wage, affordable housing, and ultimately living independently and confidently.
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 $17.95 - $19.00 and may be commensurate with experience.
SOME Inc. is currently seeking a part-time Residential Assistant to join our Transitional Housing department, Leland Place location.
Schedule: Saturdays 12:00 pm - 12:00 am. (12 hours per week)
Position Description: Provides monitoring and oversight for the health and safety of housing facility and residents
Required: HS/GED; 3-5 yrs experience in social services; experience providing services in addictions or mental health treatment
Preferred: Associate degree; 5 yrs experience in social services; experience providing services in addictions or mental health treatment
Required License/Certification: CPR/First Aid, Driver's License
Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of substance abuse and mental health issues
- Conflict resolution skills
- Problem solving skills
- Relationship building skills
- Ability to maintain calm in stressful situations
- Organized with an attention to detail
- Time management skills
- Ability to communicate with diverse audiences
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Flexibility with the ability to multi-task despite competing priorities
- Ability to work both in a team and independently
- Ability to set professional boundaries
Reports to: Program Manager
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.
Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. Requires looking at a computer screen for several hours a day. May be required to sit for long periods.
To Apply: Go to our career page at https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered.
SOME, Inc. is a proactive equal-opportunity employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
SOME, Inc. is deeply committed to ensuring the job application process is accessible to all users. If you require assistance or have any concerns about the accessibility of our website or the application process, please feel free to contact us at onlineaccommodations@some.org. This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests and does not pertain to application status inquiries.
To read our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. To view our notices to employees and applicants for employment, click on their corresponding links: EEOC Know Your Rights Notice and E-Verify Program Notice.
SOME, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or liability for service in the Armed forces of the United States. SOME, Inc is also a Drug Free Workplace.