Senior Residential Aide
2 days ago
Hempstead
Job Description Job Overview We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Senior Residential Aide to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential support to residents and residential aids in a men's shelter, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily activities, promoting resident rights, room inspections, ensuring residential aids are carrying out their daily task and delivering high-quality care to individuals with diverse needs, including those with physical, mental or unseen disabilities. Responsibilities • Assist residents with daily living activities such as bathing, cleaning their sleeping areas and grooming., • Support the cook with ensuring the common areas are stock with foods, snacks and refreshments, leading up t dinner service, • Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance residents' quality of life., • Ensure the environment is clean, safe, and conducive to resident comfort., • Uphold resident rights and dignity while providing direct support., • Engage residents in meaningful activities that promote social interaction and mental stimulation., • Assist with medication reminders as directed by healthcare professionals., • Experience with non-profit organizations, homelessness, • Knowledge of resident rights and commitment to advocating for them., • Previous experience in a shelter settings is a plus., • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team., • Compassionate demeanor with a genuine desire to help others., • Must be able to pass background checks as required by state regulations.Company DescriptionHorizon Hearts, Inc is an Non-Profit organization serving the homeless population in Hempstead, NY we currently have 2 locations within Hempstead.Horizon Hearts, Inc is an Non-Profit organization serving the homeless population in Hempstead, NY we currently have 2 locations within Hempstead.