Residential Aide (Part time / Overnight)

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Description

POSITION SUMMARY

At Fountain House, we believe in the power of community to transform the lives of individuals with serious mental illness. Every day, thousands of members choose to come to Fountain House to contribute their talents, learn new skills, access opportunities, and form friendships. Members and staff operate successful employment, education, wellness programs and work as partners to perform all the functions that keep our community going. The Fountain House model has been replicated in more than 300 locations in 30 countries and 32 states and currently serves more than 100,000 people with mental illness worldwide. As originators of this approach, we provide leadership by constantly advancing the practice and by leading the conversation around mental health recovery. As a result, Fountain House has created a comprehensive Community System of Care. This includes Clubhouses in Manhattan, the Bronx, Hollywood, California and Care Management, Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment Services and a large housing program ranging from 24-hour supervised residences to scattered site supported apartments. We are committed to reducing social isolation, advocating for mental health policy change, and driving solutions that empower our members.

Fountain House's housing program provides a sense of safety and stability, ensuring that members remain housed; establish a safe space for recovery; develop independent living skills; increase their self-sufficiency and build a strong foundation from which they can achieve their life goals.

Our Residential Aides will provide exemplary care and support to our member residents. We strive to create a safe, caring, and collaborative community where our members will thrive and achieve their goals by providing support to members' daily lives.

Shift : Saturday and Sunday overnight 12am-8am (overnight)

Pay Rate : $23.48 per hour

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Member Support

• Engage and support members in the residence or apartment to perform necessary tasks for the upkeep of the residence and the well-being of members
• Work as part of Fountain House's integrated care team providing feedback, advocacy and support to FH clinical staff, case management support staff, vocational staff, and social practitioners
• Establish and update goals and accurately record progress of members
• Conduct conflict resolution and de-escalation when needed for members in a crisis
• Maintain daily log entries regarding complaints and incidents

Building Safety & Maintenance

REQUIRED KNOWELDE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND CREDENTIALS

Salary Description

23.48