
Volunteers of America–Greater New York (VOA–Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester. Through 70+ programs, we support over 35,000 adults and children each year, including individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, youth aging out of foster care, veterans, seniors, and children with developmental delays.
Our staff are at the heart of this work, creating meaningful change every day. If you’re passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.
We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
Position: Residential Aide
The Residential Aide meets the needs of the program clients and promotes client participation in services leading to successful graduation to independent living. Residential Aides perform a wide variety of tasks including overseeing program operations, protecting client rights, promoting client and co-worker safety, transporting clients as needed and ensuring client adherence to rules and program activities.
Jamaica Women’s Employment Shelter is a transitional shelter for women who are experiencing homelessness and are employed or deemed employable, and; referred by the New York City Department of Homeless Services (DHS). To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browser https://www.voa-gny.org/housing
Location: Queens Village, NY 11429
Residential Aide Principal Responsibilities:
We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:
And much more!
To learn more about our staff, culture and much more, copy and paste our website link into a browser: https://www.voa-gny.org/our-staff-and-culture/
VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!

Volunteers of America-Greater New York is the largest affiliate of the national organization, with more than 80 programs and 1,300 staff in the metropolitan New York area, Westchester and Nassau Counties, and Northern New Jersey. We are one of the largest providers of supportive housing and social services in the area, and we are the founder of Operation Backpack®, which provides new, full backpacks to students experiencing homelessness in New York City.
We serve tens of thousands of men, women, and children in need every year including veterans struggling to find their footing, families who are homeless or escaping domestic violence, children with developmental delays, and older adults.