Low Threshold Housing Resident Assistant

Job description

Description The Low Threshold Housing Resident Assistant is responsible for maintaining the overall management and maintenance of the residence, creating a supportive and welcoming environment for residents, and supporting the staff and the daily operations of the Program. The Resident Assistant reports to the Program Director, or their designee, for support and supervision. Location: Willows is a harm reduction, low threshold transitional shelter program in Boston for women experiencing homelessness, substance use/opioid overdose risk and health/mental health conditions, who may also face multiple barriers to housing. Essential Functions: - Act in accordance with Victory Programs, Inc.’s Standards of Excellence & Philosophy of Care at all times including maintaining professional ethics, boundaries and client confidentiality. - Ensure that the residence is maintained in a state of good repair, orderliness and is free from hazards. - Assure that fire safety standards are met at all times. - Enforce all policies and procedures related to maintaining a safe and appropriate residential environment; while promoting a healthy, supportive, inclusive community. - Engage in relationship bui...