What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Residential Aide position at Echelon Community Services, Inc?
PART-TIME JOB SUMMARY:
Tuesday - Fridays: 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (midnight)
The Residential Aide is responsible for the direct supervision and monitoring of the residents in the group residential care.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND SCHEDULING:
· Supervise and monitor the residents at all times while in the ECS facility and at activities outside of the facility.
· Transport residents to and from medical, therapy, family visitation appointments and recreational activities.
· Assist and train new staff with the implementation of ECS policies and procedures.
· Attend 40 hours of new employee orientation and pre-service training.
· Attend 40 hours of in-service training on approved topics annually.
· Document the residents’ day-to-day activities using the Daily Report Form.
· Accurately document the resident’s intake of medication per the ECS Medication and Supervision Policy
· Make hourly notations of resident and facility status in the Facility Logbook.
· Complete a detailed Unusual Incident Report (UI) to document major incidents and behaviors not in compliance with District of Columbia law, ECS rules and regulations and regulations regarding child abuse and neglect.
· Document minor incidents of misconduct, inappropriate behavior(s) and disciplinary actions utilizing the ECS In-House Incident Report form and the ECS Counseling form.
· Assist in providing the residents with on-going Life Skills Education.
· Monitor the ECS daily schedule and monthly activities calendar to ensure the residents participation in program activities and events.
· Perform assigned cleaning duties to maintain the cleanliness of the facility utilizing the Facility Check and Daily Cleaning Logs.
· Report to work 15 minutes prior to the shift start to receive facility briefing from the outgoing shift.
· Must attend mandatory staff meetings.
· Will be required to work some holidays and weekends.
· Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:
· Recommended to have a High School Diploma or GED or at least 5 years of experience working in a Social Service Setting.
· Must have at least 2 years of direct experience or 3 consecutive years of demonstrated work experience.
· Demonstrates good oral, verbal, and written communication skills.
· Capable of working with the residents to implement program activities with little supervision.
· Capable of effectively de-escalating and managing conflicts and disruptions with residents, staff, and community.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS:
- Must have Child Protective Clearance(s)
- Must have local, state and FBI criminal background checks
- Must take a drug and alcohol screen
- Must have a medical clearance including a TB test;
- Must have current First Aid and CPR certifications;
- Must have a good driving record, if a licensed driver.
- Must have Sex Offenders Registry Check.
BENEFITS:
Must work a minimum of 30 hours weekly to be eligible for the following:
- Life Insurance
Must work a minimum of 37 hours weekly to eligible for the following:
- Health Insurance (eligible after 3 months of employment)
- 401K Plan (eligible after1 year of employment)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.95 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18