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Job Opening

 

Job description

Direct Care Staff 

General Description:

Residential Staff is responsible for maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment and coordinating program activities to meet the needs of program residents. She works in a collaborative environment to provide the optimal continuum of care for each resident.

Hourly rate:  Starting @ $16.00 with paid time off.

Shift:

PART-TIME Weeknights, overnight 11p-7a with rotating weekends Saturday & Sunday 7a-7p

FULL TIME - Monday-Friday 3pm-11pm 

Holidays are required

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

House Management

  • Maintain order and safety for all women, volunteers, staff, and visitors
  • Maintain the cleaning and running of the house: check that Residents are completing daily household tasks and weekly chores.
  • Supervise Residents in meal planning, grocery shopping, and meal preparation.
  • Track household supplies and report to Program Manager.
  • Add maintenance issues to list.

Resident Care responsibilities differ across shifts

  • Uphold the policies, procedures, and core values, of the program.
  • Implement daily schedules and confirm transportation requirements for residents based on the individual service plans developed by the On-Staff Case Manager, engaging staff and volunteers as needed.
  • Review and practice program policies and expectations consistently with residents.
  • Conduct drug testing and room searches as needed.
  • Administer and document prescribed, and OTC medication use of participants.
  • Explore and organize resident outings and recreational opportunities.
  • Coordinate activities and model behaviors that encourage personal wellness.
  • Maintain healthy relational boundaries with residents and staff.
  • Drive residents to activities and events using provided vehicle

Communication

  • Complete Shift Notes at the end of work shift.
  • Maintain daily communication with Program Director concerning scheduling and events
  • Participate in regular staff meetings, staff training programs, supervisory sessions, and accept the responsibility for aiding the development of positive team relationships.
  • Report and document any resident or staff incidents, conflicts, or emergencies.
  • Provide progress updates to Program Director and On-Staff Case Manager upon request.

Qualifications

  • An associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university in behavioral or social sciences, social work, psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy or a related field, or a high school diploma or GED with two years of direct service experience or trauma-related service provision.
  • Knowledge of/experience with trauma-informed care and/or residential services to women.
  • Experience with problem–solving, conflict resolution and crisis management.
  • Proficient in computer use and Microsoft Office applications
  • Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
  • Competent in professional reporting and communication
  • Background checks, fingerprinting and random drug testing required
  • Current CPR and First Aid certification required

Required Competencies

  • Reliable
  • Self-motivated
  • Flexible
  • Team-oriented
  • Professional
  • Resilient
  • Tolerance for stressful situations
  • Healthy boundaries
  • Servant leader

Physical requirements

  • Must have the ability to use techniques to get oneself out of a potentially violent situation
  • Must have the ability to physically climb stairs and walk without assistance
  • Must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Will be required to drive residents to events using our mini van

Please submit resume to julie@harriettshouse.org


License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required) Reliable Transportation, CPR, First Aid

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