Resident Assistant – Transitional Housing Program
Status: Full-Time
MUST HAVE VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE
Schedule: Combination of days, evenings, and weekends
Reports to: Transitional Housing Manager
Hourly Rate: $20.00-$22.00
Position Summary:
The Resident Assistant (RA) supports the daily operations of the Transitional Housing Program, ensuring a safe, structured, and supportive environment for residents. The RA is responsible for engaging with residents, providing transportation, enforcing program policies, and assisting with case management-related tasks. This position requires strong boundaries, interpersonal skills, and a commitment to supporting veterans in transition.
Key Responsibilities:
· Supervise resident activities and ensure safety and structure within the home.
· Plan, coordinate, and implement resident activities, including veteran-focused community events.
· Provide transportation for residents to appointments, activities, and housing tours.
· Interact with residents daily while maintaining professional boundaries.
· Support residents in their apartment search and accompany them on housing tours.
· Conduct and document monthly fire drills at varying hours as directed.
· Enforce compliance with the resident handbook and facility visitation policy.
· Ensure facility security at all times.
· Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
· Facilitate weekly house meetings as assigned.
· Attend staff meetings, activities, and work-related events outside of standard hours as needed.
· Assist the Transitional Housing Manager with resident documentation and case notes.
· Respond to and triage resident needs and concerns.
· Conduct room inspections and perform random urine drug screens per directive.
· Ensure all resident interactions comply with HIPAA and confidentiality standards.
· Complete same day admissions as needed under the direction of the Transitional Housing Manager.
Qualifications:
· High School Diploma or equivalent required.
· Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a human services setting working directly with clients.
· Valid NYS Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
