Full Time Shelter Residential Assistant - NTH

at  Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is one of New Jersey’s largest non-profit social service agencies with programs and facilities serving Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union counties.
We are currently seeking a Full Time Residential Assistant for our Newark Temporary Housing/Hotel Riviera Program, located in Newark, NJ.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED and 1-2 years of related experience preferred OR
• 3 years of experience working with the homeless population in lieu of a HS diploma or GED.
  To apply submit a resume and cover letter with salary requirements.

• The Residential Assistant is responsible for carrying out designated services in the shelter and monitors the activity of residents and visitors to ensure that program policies and safety parameters are maintained.
• The Residential Assistant provides residents with supplies as needed, answers telephone calls in a professional manner and assists callers.
• He or she supervises and secures all building areas, and quickly and appropriately responds to crisis situations in a manner that safeguards all participants.
• The Residential Assistant accurately completes all required program documentation, including program logs, statistics tracking sheets, incident reports, and work orders.