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Residential Assistant - Asbury ParkNew Jersey Association on Correction • Asbury Park, NJ, US
Residential Assistant - Asbury Park

Residential Assistant - Asbury Park

New Jersey Association on Correction • Asbury Park, NJ, US
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Residential Assistants provide 24-hour staffing in a supportive housing program for men living with HIV / AIDS. Staff work in rotating shifts to ensure the safety, security, and well-being of residents. The role includes crisis intervention, emotional support, assistance with daily living activities, and coordination of health-related programming. Residential Assistants help maintain a structured, respectful, and empowering environment that promotes wellness, independence, and dignity.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Resident Support & Safety

Monitor facility to ensure safety and security of all residents.

  • Conduct regular house checks and document observations.
  • Respond to emergencies and coordinate with medical or crisis services as needed.
  • Health & Wellness Programming
  • Support residents in managing health-related needs, including medication adherence and medical appointments.

  • Collaborate with case managers and health educators to facilitate HIV / AIDS education and wellness workshops.
  • Maintain knowledge of service models. Communicate with case management staff and perform assigned tasks related to model service delivery.
  • Encourage participation in therapeutic and recreational activities.
  • Intake & Orientation
  • Conduct telephone and in-person screenings for potential residents.

  • Provide orientation to new residents, including house rules, schedules, and available services.
  • Daily Operations
  • Maintain all security, fire, and shift logs daily.

  • Complete timely comprehensive and accurate incident reports for all incidents in the facility as they happened.
  • Assist residents with daily living tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and transportation coordination.
  • Complete shift exchanged shifts accurately by verifying who is in and out of the facility daily
  • Address all negative client behavior and report to supervisors upon occurrence.
  • Contact supervisors anytime there is a need to involve NJPD, EMS and / or FDNJ.
  • Maintain professional relationships with clients and client confidentiality.
  • Practice universal precautions.
  • Observe and report irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes, and security doors left unlocked.
  • Control pedestrian access and traffic inside facilities to maintain order and security of people and property.
  • Warn violators of rule infractions and, under direction, request violators to leave the premises.
  • Uphold confidentiality and professional boundaries at all times.
  • ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Attend staff meetings, supervision sessions, and training workshops.
  • Adhere to agency policies, including confidentiality and ethical standards.
  • Foster a respectful and inclusive environment for individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
  • Support residents in navigating stigma and discrimination related to HIV / AIDS.
  • EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s Degree preferred.
  • Experience in residential or supportive housing settings strongly preferred.
  • Knowledge of HIV / AIDS-related issues and trauma-informed care is a plus.
  • Bilingual (Spanish / English) preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and crisis intervention skills.
  • Basic computer literacy.
  • CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

  • Valid driver’s license and access to a registered vehicle required.
  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • Must be able to perform physical tasks such as walking, lifting, and responding to emergencies.
  • Work environment includes residential facility settings with exposure to individuals managing chronic health conditions.
  • EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    This organization is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or HIV status.

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