Residential Aide

Residential Aide Job DescriptionAcacia Network, the leading Latino integrated care nonprofit in the nation, offers the community, from children to seniors, a pathway to behavioral and primary healthcare, housing, and empowerment. We are visionary leaders transforming the triple aim of high quality, great experience at a lower cost. Acacia champions a collaborative environment to deliver vital health, housing and community building services, work we have been doing since 1969. By hiring talented individuals like you, we've been able to expand quickly, with offices in Albany, Buffalo, Syracuse, Orlando, Tennessee, Maryland and Puerto Rico.We are seeking Residential aides for our Transitional Housing shelter. The Residential Aide will be the primary connection between the operations staff and the clients. The residential aide will spend a large amount of time with the residents. They will spend this time helping clients who need more hands-on assistance. They will also provide insight to the current atmosphere in the facility and what are the current client complaints or recommendations. Salary: $16.00 - $21.00 per hour.Responsibilities consist of but not limited to:Perform daily room and bed inspectionsPack up and log items for AWOL residentsEscort client to appointmentsAssist in the monitoring and development of resident's independent living skillsMonitor and track furniturePerform nightly bed countsFill in for kitchen staff when necessaryConflict resolution between residentsCover operations desk when necessaryAnswer phones when necessaryHelp maintain the cleanliness of the buildingMonitor common areas to ensure proper usageEducation/License:High School Diploma or GED required. Associate's degree preferredFood handlers certificate a plusQualifications:2 years of applicable experience in shelter or residential settingPassion for working with individuals and families who are in transitional housingExcellent communication skills, comfortable working with othersAbility to maintain accurate records, to prepare and submit all required paperwork in a timely and accurate mannerKnowledge of DHS requirements and protocolsAbility to deal with sensitive issues with diplomacy and discretionMust be able to multitask with strong organizational skillsBilingual is a plus*Acacia Network is an equal opportunity employer*