Residential Aide

SAINT PAULS INC

Residential Aide

Bronx, NY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    RESIDENTIAL AIDE SUPERVISOR: Shift Supervisor/Program Director CATEGORY: Non-Exempt JOB SUMMARY:

    DUTIES: Greet new arriving clients, assist operations in the screening of personal property, placing property in designated area, until properly checked for pest. Dispense hand out prepared meals onsite to residents residing in the shelter, keep record of meals handed out. Dispose of food container, keep refrigeration and microwave ovens, and designated dining common area clean. Attend social services & multidisciplinary team meeting and provide input when needed; Engages client assigned to the shelter and provide guidance and advice as needed; Interact with clients during meal times, and recreational activities. Promote smoke free, and drug free environment. Escort and assist clients to HRA, Social Security Administration and Housing interviews, as needed. Attends community resident meetings as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: H.S. diploma/ GED and Certified Peer Specialist. Knowledge of DHS rules and regulations, and be able to maintain accurate and timely activities documentation. Bilingual (Spanish/ English) preferred. Basic computer literacy required. Must have Food handler safety certification upon hiring, Opiate Overdose Prevention Training, ability to administer Naloxone. CPR training a plus or willing to attain certification. Must be able to work alternate shifts and weekend. Education: H.S. diploma/ GED and Certified Peer Specialist/CPR certification/Opiate Overdose Prevention Training ability to administer Naloxone. Experience: 2-3 years of outreach work, peer educator.