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.

Seeking an On-call Residential Assistant able to work in High View, West Virginia. This position is ideal for someone who wants to get their foot in the door of one of the most amazing organizations to work for in the area. We have great offerings including a 401K match of up to 10% and opportunities for promotion and advancement. The incumbent would play an integral part in service delivery to clients with mental health and substance abuse disorders. This person would work with a supervisor who treats all employees fair.

Salary: $17.00 per hour

Position Description: Provides monitoring and oversight of residential/transitional housing facilities and residents.

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

Required: HS Degree/GED; 1-3 yrs experience in social services; experience providing services in addictions or mental health treatment.

Schedule: Fluctuating schedule, to include evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Shifts Needed: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 12:00 am, or 12:00 am - 8:00 am.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of substance abuse treatment and mental health issues Conflict resolution skills.
• Flexibility with the ability to multi-task despite competing priorities.
• Ability to remain calm in crisis situations
• Organized with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to communicate with diverse audiences
• Demonstrates professionalism and maintains confidentiality while working with sensitive issues
• Problem-solving skills Relationship building skills Ability to set professional boundaries.
• Expected Contributions:
• Reports crisis situations, emergencies, and maintenance issues to an on-call person.
• Appropriate handling of emergencies and/or de-escalating crisis situations as they arise
• Available to residents during the assigned shift for support as needed.
• Facilitates/conducts designated group sessions which are scheduled during shift.
• Monitors residents’ compliance with rules and regulations and gives appropriate consequences.
• Responsible for overseeing client self-medication administration.
• Maintains resident confidentiality.
• Receives report at the start of shift and gives a report at end of shift.
• Transports residents in a SOME vehicle to and from AA/NA meetings and supervises residents while away from the facility—transports clients to Washington DC for graduation.
• All documentation is done accurately and completely on a daily basis.
• Maintain up-to-date first aid & CPR certifications

Reports to: Program Director, West Virginia

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

To Apply: Go to our career page at https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities and 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.

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.

SOME (So Others Might Eat) 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 (So Others Might Eat) is also a Drug-Free Workplace.