Residential Administrative Assistant

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.

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

• Administrative and clerical skills
• Proficient with MS Office, including Teams, Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• Customer service and relationship-building skills
• Flexibility with the ability to multitask despite competing priorities
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to communicate with diverse audiences
• Ability to set professional boundaries
  
  

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

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