Thank you for your interest in working for SOME (So Others Might Eat)
As a faith-inspired organization, SOME was founded and built upon the belief in dignity and respect for all people. We all are worthy of it and responsible for it. Appreciation for our shared humanity and sense of community has been a central feature of our mission for over 50 years. This is the call to action that SOME represents: to serve, empower and elevate all members of our community. As champions of our mission, we commit to creating an environment that welcomes and celebrates the diverse array of employees and clients we engage with every day. We strive to be bold in our work, knowing that to drive meaningful change, we must not shy away from discomfort. We reject all forms of individual and systemic discrimination, work actively to eliminate the abuse of privilege and power, and seek justice and equity for all we encounter.
Below are the current positions that are available. Please take a few moments to explore our website to learn more about us before applying.
Our Process Is Simple. Review the vacancy announcements and follow the specific instructions indicated. If you do not have a resume, it is recommended that you devise one.
All positions require a criminal background check, and some positions require other pre-employment screenings such as substance abuse tests, child abuse registry check, & FBI check. All positions require three professional references, preferably from supervisors. Most positions require a two-tier interview process. Copies of required credentials will be requested upon job offer.
All applicants are asked to apply on-line for available positions, however if an accommodation or support is needed to apply please feel free to contact us at 202-797-8806.
COVID-19 Considerations: In alignment with DC Health, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are mandated for personnel working in SOME’s healthcare-designated programs, which currently include Medical, Dental, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services (BHS), Exodus House, Jordan House, Kirwan House, Keuhner Place, Leland Place and Mary Claire House. Requests for a medical or religious exemption will be considered for a reasonable accommodation.
Please upload your cover letter and resume then proceed to complete the application. You must complete the application in its entirety to be considered.
Night Manager (Part-Time) - Shalom House (Live Onsite)
| Department: | Shalom House |
| Location: | Washington , DC |
SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.
The Night Manager creates safe living spaces for our Single Adults. Maintains the security of the facility during off hours. Provides upkeep of facility and maintenance activities to provide a comfortable, clean, and dignified home for residents. Performs light cleaning of buildings and grounds and provides light facilities maintenance. Experience with vulnerable populations is a PLUS!
Shalom House provides housing for 90 adults and is located on 4th Street in NE Washington, DC. The Night Manager lives on the property. This job allows you to work and live in DC, RENT FREE!
Schedule: Friday 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am - 11:00 pm. This position will require that you are in the building throughout the shift and overnights.
Qualifications:
Required: Some High School education; 1-3 years' experience in security, residential, and/or janitorial experience. Experience with vulnerable populations is a plus.
Required License/Certification: CPR/First Aid/AED; This position will require that the Night Manager live-onsite in provided living space (efficiency or 1 bedroom)
Expected Contributions:
- Maintenance: Provide daily cleaning to lobby, staff bathrooms, community rooms, staff kitchens. Perform light facilities maintenance duties. (i.e. plunging toilets, change lightbulbs/batteries). Provide snow and ice removal from walkways during winter.
- Safety Management: Conduct building and property walk through hourly; check doors, walk individual floors; monitor suspicious behavior; document concerns. Inform Program Management of any emergency or security concerns.
- Program Management: Perform resident drug and alcohol testing as assigned. Inform Service Coordinator and Program manager via communication log all building activity daily; specifically noting when residents have special needs or require assistance. Participate in up to six in person mandatory trainings outside of scheduled work hours per calendar year.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Knowledge of basic cleaning and maintenance techniques
- Ability to establish and adhere to strong professional boundaries
- Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work tasks
- Ability to de-escalate situations and resolve conflict effectively
- Flexibility with the ability to multi-task despite competing priorities
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to communicate with diverse audience
Reports To: Program Manager
Position Designation: This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing prior to or during your employment with SOME. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.
Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. This position may be active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. Work may be performed outside on facility grounds in heat or cold.
To Apply: Go to our career page at https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.
SOME, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or liability for service in the Armed forces of the United States. SOME, Inc. is also a Drug-Free Workplace.
