Residential Aide - HousingPlus : Job Details

HousingPlus, Inc. is a nonprofit organization committed to providing safe and stable housing solutions for individuals and families in need. We are currently seeking a motivated and compassionate Residential Aide to join our team on a Per Diem basis. As a Residential Aide, you will play a crucial role in supporting our residents and ensuring the smooth operation of our facilities.In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents by providing them with the support and assistance they need. You will be responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents, maintaining a clean and welcoming environment, and assisting with daily living activities.Responsibilities

• Facilitate a secure and functional environment for the residents, staff, visitors and volunteers
• Implement established safety and security procedures to ensure compliance by residents, staff, etc
• Maintain daily log, visitor and resident sign-in logs, and other record keeping
• Turnover units to be ready for occupancy for new residents
• Respond to crisis situations and provide appropriate support and documentation as required
• Acquire understanding of building features and potential problems
• Patrol the interior/exterior of buildings and surrounding perimeter; document and report observations to supervisor as appropriate
• Continuously observe all residents and develop the ability to recognize signs of troublesome behavior; immediately advise appropriate staff and follow up with the team, as appropriate
• Conduct and participate in fire drills and log observations; follow up as required
• Conduct routine and random inspections of resident units
• Conduct regular patrols of residences
• Inform appropriate program staff of any issues that may affect the health and safety of residents and staff
• Attend staff meetings, house meetings, case conferences, and supervisory and in-service training sessions
• Ensure that all media recording devices are operating at all times and functioning properly
• Perform other duties as required by the supervisor
• Monitor and document residents' progress and behavior, reporting any concerns to the appropriate supervisor
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure the well-being of residents and staff

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience working in a similar role or in a related field preferred
• Compassionate and patient, with a genuine desire to help others
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle challenging situations with tact and empathy
• Basic knowledge of medication management and first aid/CPR
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team