Per Diem Residential Aide
On-site · New York City, New York, United States
Job Summary
The Residential Aide (RA) ensures the wellbeing and safety of program clients and staff during shifts. Responsibilities include enforcing the program’s Code of Conduct, conducting facility walk-throughs for safety, de-escalating tense situations, maintaining confidentiality, providing excellent customer service, and assisting with meal distribution and light custodial work. Candidates must have at least one year of work experience, a Certificate of Fitness for Fire-Alarm Systems (S-95) within 80 days of hire, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Required Qualifications
- At least one year of work experience
- Must possess a Certificate of Fitness for Supervision of Fire-Alarm Systems (S-95) within eighty (80) days of employment
- Must use PPE provided by Housing Works during shift when required by Housing Works Policies and Procedures
- Able to lift 20lbs. with proper assistance and tools
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Able to maintain a high level of client confidentiality
Desired Qualifications
- Good communication skills both verbally and written
- Excellent internal and external customer service skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Ability to work with colleagues to solve problems
- Dependable and flexible
Additional Requirements
- Candidates must be present in the program site 100% of the time
Apply with one swipe on Sorce. We auto-fill applications and apply on your behalf — no cover letters, no 40-minute forms.
Hiring someone like this?
Get your role in front of qualified candidates on Sorce.