Residential Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

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.

Compensation : We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The hourly rate for this position is $18.00 - $19.50 and is commensurate with experience.

Position Description : The Residential Administrative Assistant provides monitoring, security, and administrative duties for the housing facility and residents, during the day or overnight, based on the schedule.

The position is located at Karin House, located at 1395 Aspen Street, NW. Karin House is a 40-unit apartment building for low-income seniors on the historic Walter Reed campus in Ward 4.

Required : 1-3 yrs. experience in social services; experience providing services to seniors

Preferred : HS Degree / GED; 3-5 yrs. experience in social services, experience providing services to seniors

Required License / Certification : CPR / First Aid; DC Food Handlers Certification

Schedule : Monday - Friday, 10 : 00 am - 2 : 00 pm (Part-Time; 20 hours per week)

Expected Contributions :

• Provide front desk coverage, answer primary phone, and provide administrative support for the program
• Assist in program reporting
• Review surveillance footage regularly
• Document any client issues and communicate with their assigned case manager or clinical director
• Conduct house walk-throughs and wellness checks
• Respond to emergencies and contact management as needed, complete a serious incident report when needed
• Assist with special events, programming, and community meetings
• Perform drug tests, as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Reports to : Program Manager

Position Designation : This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing before 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 20 pounds. Requires looking at a computer screen for several hours a day. May be required to sit for long periods. Must be able to travel to events and meetings off-site

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 a proactive equal-opportunity employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

SOME, Inc. is deeply committed to ensuring the job application process is accessible to all users. If you require assistance or have any concerns about the accessibility of our website or the application process, please feel free to contact us at onlineaccommodations@some.org . This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests and does not pertain to application status inquiries.

To read our EEO Policy Statement, please click here . To view our notices to employees and applicants for employment, click on their corresponding link : EEOC Know Your Rights Notice and E-Verify Program Notice .