Residential Aid

Position: RESIDENTIAL AID
Notice:

Job Description s may change at any time. Described jobs may be altered, restructured or deleted at the discretion of management. All employment at Praxis, unless otherwise noted, is "at will."

Title:

RESIDENTIAL AIDSupervisor:

Program Director Category:

Non-Exempt Job:

Greet new arriving clients, assist operations in the screening of personal property, placing property in designated area, until properly checked for pest. Dispense prepared meals onsite to residents residing in the shelter, keep record of meals handed out. Dispose of food container, keep refrigeration and microwave ovens, and designated dining common area clean. Attend social services & multidisciplinary team meeting and provide input when needed;

Engages client assigned to the shelter and provide guidance and advice as needed;
Interact with clients during meal times, and recreational activities. Promote smoke free, and drug free environment. Escort and assist clients to Social Security Administration and Housing interviews, as needed.

Qualifications:

H.S. diploma/ GED and Certified Peer Specialist. Knowledge of DHS rules and regulations, and be able to maintain accurate and timely activities documentation. Bilingual (Spanish/ English) preferred. Basic computer literacy required. Must have Food handler safety certification upon hiring, Opiate Overdose Prevention Training, ability to administer Naloxone. CPR training a plus or willing to attain certification. Must be able to work alternate shifts and weekend.

Education:

H.S. diploma/ GED and Certified Peer Specialist/CPR certification/Opiate Overdose Prevention Training ability to administer Naloxone.

Experience:

* 2-3 years of outreach work, peer educator.

Skills:

Job Type:

Full-time

Salary:$17.58 per hour Benefits

* Health Insurance, Dental and Vision

* 10 Paid Holidays

* Vacation time

* Sick Time

* 403B retirement plan

* Transit check program