Resident Assistant at Bethesda House of Schenectady – Schenectady, New York

At Bethesda House, our goal is to end the cycle of poverty and homelessness - not just manage the symptoms.

Our teams work to address each individual on a holistic level so they feel heard, respected, and safe in our care.

We offer hands-on help to address chronic homelessness, mental health, substance abuse, disability, and systematic poverty by offering innovative solutions and proactive services to the most vulnerable in Schenectady County.

Our Residential Programs are staffed 24/7. Our Resident Assistants are responsible for supporting residents by assisting with essential living skills and activities while ensuring a safe and healthy living environment and upholding the dignity and respect of each individual. This position is located at our Lighthouse Residence on 1225 Van Cortland Street in Schenectady.

Schedule/Hours: Part—time, Sat & Sun, 8am – 4pm (16 hrs/week)
Pay: $16/hr

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct routine rounds and update communication log and address issues as needed.
• Maintain accurate and legible reports and records including, but not limited to:
  • Daily Communication logs
  • Medication logs
  • Incident reports

• Assist residents with living skills such as, but not limited to:
  • Recreational games with an educational component (i.e. scrabble, word search)
  • Personal hygiene- ensure appropriate items such as soap, toothpaste, etc. are available and used by residents
  • Securing personal items such as medications, valuables, etc.
• Attend to daily maintenance and upkeep of residence and grounds as outlined in the shift schedule (i.e., general housekeeping, lawn mowing, snow removal, etc.).
• Work with Veterans in the agency’s Transitional Housing program,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required. Associate’s degree in human services or related field preferred.
• Experience providing services to individuals with chronic medical conditions, behavioral health issues and/or substance abuse history.
• Knowledge of local agencies and programs serving homeless and low-income populations is helpful.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid computer and data entry skills.
• Collaborative and solutions-focused team member.
• Skilled in conflict resolution with a professional, positive demeanor - able to set priorities, coordinate care plans, and adapt in fast-paced environments.
• Resourceful and proactive with strong planning, time management, and organizational skills.
• Must have reliable transportation with the ability to work assigned shift regularly.
• Ability to work hours beyond the normally scheduled work hours preferred.
• Ability to climb stairs, bend, and lift 40 pounds.

This description does not contain a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities or activities that are required of the employee. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed and at any time with or without notice. All offers of employment are contingent upon successfully completion of background checks including DMV record search if driving is required for the position.

Bethesda House is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In all employment and hiring decisions, the Agency complies with applicable anti-discrimination laws. This policy applies to all employment practices, including hiring, advertising, recruitment, promotion, demotion/transfer, layoff/termination of employment, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training and development.