Residential Aide Asylum Shelter

Title:Residential Aide-Asylum Shelter

Location:Bronx NY

Reports to:Director of Operations& Security

Pay Range:$18.68- $18.68 per hour(effectively $34000 - $34000 per year)

FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

Status:Full-time(35hourper week)

Role Summary:We are seeking a dedicated Asylum Shelter Residential Aide to ensure the safety security and well-being of both asylum seekers and staff as well asmaintaininga secure and welcoming environment in compliance with asylum seeker-specific policies and operational procedures.

Primary Job Responsibilities/Duties:

The Asylum Shelter Residential Aide willbe responsible for but not limited to:

• Diligentlymonitoringasylum seekers living units dormitories and facility premises to ensure the safety and security of each resident.
• Adhering to asylum seeker-specific shelter policies while following staff policies and procedures.
• Conducting essential administrative tasks includingmaintainingdetailed communication logs documenting asylum seeker activities behaviors and engagement.
• Providing compassionateassistanceto asylum seekers addressing questions and promptly resolving any arising issues.
• Thoroughlyinspectingall items entering the facility to guarantee the safety of asylum seekers and staff.
• Monitoring video footage ofcommon areassuch as hallways staircases and lounges.
• Strictly adhering to safety health and fire hazard guidelines organizational policies and procedures as well as the mission and values of the organization.
• Conductingregular hourly rounds of the facility.
• Promptly reporting any immediate safety hazards toappropriate supervisoryor maintenance personnel.
• Collaborating with security personnel to ensure the safety of both staff and asylum seekers in the program.
• Preparing living spaces for vacancies including emptying cleaning and properly tagging asylum seekers belongings when necessary.
• Accurately documenting all incident details participants actions taken and outcomes.
• Demonstrating flexibility in scheduling including the possibility of working evenings weekends and holidays as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk stand kneel crouch and bend over.
• Ability to lift reach and handle objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods.
• Ability to travel todifferent locationswithin New York City as needed.

Work Environment / Schedule Requirements:

• Staff must continue working past their shift unless relieved by another staff member or authorized to leave by a supervisor.Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods.
• May beto work on or during evenings weekends and holidays.

Qualifications:

• NYS Security License preferred.
• F-02 Certificate of Fitness.
• CPR/Basic First Aid certification.
• Food handler certificate NYC/NYS.
• Ability toestablishand maintain professional boundaries when working with asylum seekers.
• Prior experience in a residential facility isadvantageous.
• Knowledge of HIPAA guidelines and standards.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Commitment to excellence andhigh standards.
• Demonstrated good judgment with the ability to maketimelyand sound decisions.
• Proficiencyin assessing emergency situations and responding effectively.
• Bilingual (Spanish French Creole or other languages) preferred.
• Must be able to read speak write and understand English for administrative purposes.
• Must pass drug screening to be appointed.
• This positionmay besubject to a series of investigations beforeand afterappointment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NAICA is an equal opportunity employer committed tomaintaininga diverse workforce and inclusive work environment. As such discrimination in any aspect of hiring or employment based upon age race creed color national origin sexual orientation gender identity or expression religion military or veteran status sex disability (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) or other applicable legally protected characteristics is strictly prohibited.

Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. NAICA will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal state and local laws rules and regulations. NAICA also offers reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal state and/or local laws. Applicants seeking an accommodation for any part of the application or interview process should contact Human Resources by sending an email towith the Subject Reasonable Accommodation Request.

Competitive Benefits Package

• Comprehensive Health Dental and Vision Benefits for full-time employees
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Paid Time-off
• Vol Life Insurance and AD&D
• Term Life and AD&D insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program support (EAP)
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Aflac: Short-Term Disability CA Accident and Hospital
• Employee Discount Program

False Statements

Misrepresentation of your experience skills education or other qualifications or submission of false/fraudulent information or documentation during or after the application process may result in the rejection of your application or termination of your employment.

At-Will Employment Disclaimer

While wesincerely hopeto form a long and mutually beneficial working relationship NAICA is an at-will employer. Therefore employment is subject to termination at any time with or without notice or cause at the discretion of you or the organization.