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Resident Aide

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Summary

Provides daily care and support to homeless individuals in a shelter, enforcing policies, administering first aid, and connecting clients to resources.

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Job description:

Resident Aide

Shelterhouse | Greater Cincinnati Area

Make an Impact Every Day

At Shelterhouse, we believe everyone deserves safety, dignity, and support. We are a community of residents, staff, and volunteers working together to provide essential services for men and women experiencing homelessness in Greater Cincinnati.

We are seeking a Resident Aide who is compassionate, dependable, and ready to make a difference in the lives of others. In this role, you will help create a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for residents during their shelter stay.

What You’ll Do

  • Welcome new residents and provide orientation to shelter services, expectations, and available resources.
  • Support residents with day-to-day needs by providing information, basic assistance, and access to supplies/services.
  • Build positive relationships with residents while encouraging personal responsibility and participation in assigned chores and shelter groups.
  • Accurately document resident interactions, incidents, and services in VESTA and other required systems.
  • Monitor the shelter environment to help ensure safety, cleanliness, and adherence to community guidelines.
  • Respond calmly and professionally in crisis or emergency situations.
  • Partner with coworkers and leadership to provide quality resident care and support overall shelter operations.
  • Complete additional duties as assigned by leadership.

What We’re Looking For Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Availability to work 2nd ( 3:30 pm to 11:30 pm )or 3rd Shift. (11:30 pm to 7:30 am)
  • Strong attendance and reliability.
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check.
  • Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Training, education, or experience in Human Services, Social Services, Behavioral Health, or a related field.
  • Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, substance use disorders, or other vulnerable populations.
  • Experience in residential, shelter, healthcare, or community-based environments.

Skills for Success

  • Compassion and empathy balanced with healthy boundaries.
  • Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Ability to stay calm under pressure and make sound decisions.
  • Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude.
  • Organized and detail-focused documentation skills.
  • Comfortable using computers and Microsoft Office; experience with VESTA is a plus.
  • Ability to motivate, encourage, and support individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Why Join Shelterhouse?

  • Meaningful work that changes lives.
  • Collaborative and mission-driven team culture.
  • Opportunity to grow your experience in human services and community care.
  • A chance to serve the Greater Cincinnati community every day.

Apply Today

If you’re looking for a career where your compassion, presence, and reliability truly matter, we encourage you to apply for the Resident Aide opportunity with Shelterhouse.

Job Type: Full-time

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

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