At Christ House, the medically vulnerable men experiencing homelessness who come to us are not just our clients. When they are in our care, they are our neighbors and our community members. We opened our doors in 1985 as the first medical respite facility for sick, homeless patients in the country and are still the only such medical respite program for men experiencing homelessness in Washington, DC. Since that time, we have remained on the cutting edge of conversation around radical hospitality, inclusion, and healing. You will have no typical day here.
Full-Time Nurse (RN or LPN)
Description:
Christ House, a 24-hour short-term medical respite facility for men who are experiencing homelessness in Washington, D.C., is seeking a full-time registered nurse. For 35 years, Christ House has provided comprehensive inpatient care to patients coming from area hospitals, shelters, clinics, and medical outreach initiatives. Patients have a variety of chronic and acute illnesses and injuries including diabetes, hypertension, stroke, amputation, HIV/AIDS, liver disease, cancer, major lacerations, fractures, and skin ulcerations. This position offers an incredible opportunity to work alongside a dedicated clinical staff who provide holistic services and promote healing for our patients.
Schedule: 32-40 hours/week; flexible day/overlap schedule (7a-3:30p, or 11a-7:30p); weekend, holiday, and overnight availability
Job Details:
- Under the supervision of the Clinical Director, the nurse provides holistic nursing support, patient care, and medication management.
- Major Duties/Essential Functions:
- In collaboration with clinical and support staff, help manage medical issues and coordinate with the care team to address the multiple issues that contribute to homelessness.
- Administer medications as ordered by providers.
- Review new orders in chart and integrate them into care plan.
- Work with clinical unit staff, including nursing assistants, providers, and unit clerk to effectively deliver high-quality care to patients.
- Teach and encourage patients’ self-care practices regarding care of their illnesses, management of their medications, and activities of daily living.
- Perform primary nursing procedures to include wound care, and supervise wound care to ensure appropriate infection control measures.
- Prepare patient referrals to hospitals and clinics, and process information received on referrals.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Education:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Licensed in DC as an RN or LPN
Required Experience:
- Experience working with underserved or homeless populations preferred.
To apply, send resume and cover letter to jobs@christhouse.org
Part-Time Nurse (RN or LPN)
Description:
Christ House, a 24-hour short-term medical respite facility for men who are experiencing homelessness in Washington, D.C., is seeking a part-time registered nurse. For 35 years, Christ House has provided comprehensive inpatient care to patients coming from area hospitals, shelters, clinics, and medical outreach initiatives. Patients have a variety of chronic and acute illnesses and injuries including diabetes, hypertension, stroke, amputation, HIV/AIDS, liver disease, cancer, major lacerations, fractures, and skin ulcerations. This position offers an incredible opportunity to work alongside a dedicated clinical staff who provide holistic services and promote healing for our patients.
Schedule: 16-20 hours/week, flexible day/overlap schedule (7a-3:30p, or 11a-7:30p), weekend and holiday availability
Job Details:
- Under the supervision of the Clinical Director, the nurse provides holistic nursing support, patient care, and medication management.
- Major Duties/Essential Functions:
- In collaboration with clinical and support staff, help manage medical issues and coordinate with the care team to address the multiple issues that contribute to homelessness.
- Administer medications as ordered by providers.
- Review new orders in chart and integrate them into care plan.
- Work with clinical unit staff, including nursing assistants, providers, and unit clerk to effectively deliver high-quality care to patients.
- Teach and encourage patients’ self-care practices regarding care of their illnesses, management of their medications, and activities of daily living.
- Perform primary nursing procedures to include wound care, and supervise wound care to ensure appropriate infection control measures.
- Prepare patient referrals to hospitals and clinics, and process information received on referrals.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Education:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Licensed in DC as an RN or LPN
Required Experience:
- Experience working with underserved or homeless populations preferred.
To apply, send resume and cover letter to jobs@christhouse.org
Kairos Program Director (Full-Time)
We are seeking a full-time professional to provide leadership to the Kairos Program, Christ House’s long-term housing community for chronically ill men in addiction recovery. The Director will work with the Addictions Counselor, the Housing Coordinator, and the Medical Care Coordinator to create a supportive environment where residents engage in peer support, have their medical cases followed closely, remain in compliance with federal housing standards, and reap the maximum benefit from their individual recovery program.
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in social services or related field a plus
• 5 years’ experience in related field with focus on community building
• Experience working with persons experiencing homelessness
• Strong interpersonal, engagement, and organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with facility management and upkeep
• Willingness to work with people from various backgrounds
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Belief in radical hospitality
Benefits:
• Low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• 403(b) option with employer contribution
• 19 days paid vacation first year of employment; sick leave; 10 paid holidays
We believe in the whole person and invest accordingly.
Salary Range: $57,000-$62,000. Salary based on experience.
Flexible start date: March 1, 2021
Please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@christhouse.org. Your subject line should read: “Kairos Program Director”.
Administrative Assistant (Full-Time)
We are currently seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant to join our administrative team at Christ House. The Administrative Assistant will assist our Director of Finance and Administrative & HR Manager in day-to-day administrative operations.
Job Responsibilities:
- Support the day-to-day operations by completing basic office functions, including answering phones, supply orders, record maintenance & storage, computer and communications support, etc.
- Ensure office supplies are consistently stocked and place special orders as needed
- Assist Human Resources with managing personnel files, new-hire packets, and benefits enrollment
- Update staff and phone directories as needed
- Manages day-to-day IT and printer needs of staff by being the main point of contact for IT and printer company
- Help copy and assemble financial reports for committee and board meetings
- Maintain organized files for administration and finance, ensuring accounts payable vouchers are filed in a timely fashion
- Manages meeting room calendar. Set up appointments and meetings by securing room reservations and/or Zoom meetings
- Walk to post office to drop off/pick-up mail
- Provide front desk receptionist coverage for lunch breaks and full shifts
- Greet walk-in clients with dignity and assist them in finding the appropriate resource either at Christ House or at another local agency
- Ensures staff break room is fully stocked with coffee and supplies
- Prepares materials for staff retreats and all-staff meetings
- Plan birthday celebrations and other staff enrichment events
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required. 1 year of office experience preferred
- Accounting courses preferred
- Experience working with people experiencing homelessness a plus but not required
Benefits
- Low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
- 403(b) option with employer contribution
- 19 days paid vacation first year of employment; sick leave; 10 paid holidays
We believe in the whole person and invest accordingly.
Salary range: $38,000-$40,000
Start date: As soon as possible
Please submit a resume and cover letter to administration@christhouse.org. Please refer to “Administrative Assistant” in the subject line.
