Residential Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Ideal Candidate: The Residential Assistant has a deep passion for non-profit work and feels aligned with the faith-based mission of Several Sources. This position is responsible for serving the day-to-day needs of our residents. PRIMARY FUNCTION: · Preparing bedrooms and creating welcome baskets for new residents. · Assisting residents cook, and meal preparation. · Assisting residents with childcare and parenting skills. · Drives residents to and from appointments, food shopping and programs. · Preparing reports and maintaining documentation, to keep the home running smoothly and professionally. · Answer lifeline calls to determine callers’ needs and provide support by listening, and providing proper resources, · Ensures the security and safety of residents, complete regular house check-ins and fire drills. · Performs necessary shelter duties, including shelter welcome and maintaining a shift log and assisting with the daily needs of the shelter residents. · Filing incident reports and updating EKYROS. · In conjunction with the Housing Director and Case Manager, the RA takes appropriate steps to deal with emergency situations with the goal of maintaining the safety for all residents. RELATIONSHIPS: Internal:

Maintains communication with Director of Housing, Case Manager and Lifeline Coordinator. SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: · Knowledge of the mission, objectives, policies, programs and procedures and of the principles and practices of a faith -based non-profit organization. · Must be bi-lingual in Spanish · License: Driver's (Required) · Ability to organize and prioritize projects and time management. · Must be organized and have the ability to multitask. · Strong oral and communication skills. · Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including; Word, Excel, Outlook. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: · High energy level, comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities. Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.