Job Title: Residential Aid
Location: Horizon Hearts, Inc, Hempstead, NY
Job Summary:
The Residential Aid will provide support and assistance to residents at a homeless shelter for men, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment. This role involves direct interaction with residents, helping them with daily activities, and supporting their journey towards stability and independence.
Key Responsibilities:
Resident Support: Assist residents with daily needs, including meal preparation, personal hygiene, and transportation.
Safety and Security:
Monitor the shelter to ensure a safe environment utilizing CCTV, addressing any issues promptly.
Program Assistance: Support the implementation of shelter programs and activities aimed at resident development.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of resident interactions and progress.
Collaboration: Work closely with other staff members and volunteers to provide comprehensive support to residents.
Crisis Intervention: Respond to emergencies and provide appropriate interventions.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent; additional education in social work or related field preferred.
Experience working in a shelter or similar environment is a plus.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to handle stressful situations with compassion and professionalism.
Commitment to the mission and values of the non-profit organization.
CPR/First Aid Certification: Must be able to or already have CPR and First Aid certification.
Physical Cleaning: Ability to physically clean and maintain the shelter environment.
Working Conditions:
Full-time position with varying shifts, including nights and weekends.
Physical demands include standing, walking, and lifting.
Pay Range: $20 to $22 per hour
Benefits: Horizon Hearts, Inc offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, 401K, sick time, and other benefits to support the well-being of our employees.
Location: Horizon Hearts, Inc, Hempstead, NY
Job Summary:
The Residential Aid will provide support and assistance to residents at a homeless shelter for men, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment. This role involves direct interaction with residents, helping them with daily activities, and supporting their journey towards stability and independence.
Key Responsibilities:
Resident Support: Assist residents with daily needs, including meal preparation, personal hygiene, and transportation.
Safety and Security:
Monitor the shelter to ensure a safe environment utilizing CCTV, addressing any issues promptly.
Program Assistance: Support the implementation of shelter programs and activities aimed at resident development.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of resident interactions and progress.
Collaboration: Work closely with other staff members and volunteers to provide comprehensive support to residents.
Crisis Intervention: Respond to emergencies and provide appropriate interventions.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent; additional education in social work or related field preferred.
Experience working in a shelter or similar environment is a plus.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to handle stressful situations with compassion and professionalism.
Commitment to the mission and values of the non-profit organization.
CPR/First Aid Certification: Must be able to or already have CPR and First Aid certification.
Physical Cleaning: Ability to physically clean and maintain the shelter environment.
Working Conditions:
Full-time position with varying shifts, including nights and weekends.
Physical demands include standing, walking, and lifting.
Pay Range: $20 to $22 per hour
Benefits: Horizon Hearts, Inc offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, 401K, sick time, and other benefits to support the well-being of our employees.
Interviews tomorrow
- Experience
- Required
- Languages
- English – Advanced
- Employment
- Full-time
- Schedule
- Monday thru Sunday offering part time and full time shifts
- Salary
- $20 – $22 hourly
- Starting time
- Immediate start!
3 Covert Street, 11550, Hempstead
OtherHempstead
Non-Profit • 11-50 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since May, 2025
Horizon Hearts, Inc is a non-profit organization based in Hempstead, NY, dedicated to providing services, advocacy, and housing to underserved communities within the state of NY
Melanie GlennActive 7 hours ago
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