Adult Residential Support Professional - PT - 2nd Shift

LSS•Eau Claire, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Lutheran Social Services is seeking an Adult Residential Support Professional to join the team at Fahrman Center. This position is 1st/2nd shift. Fahrman Center is a 42-bed adult residential treatment facility that provides inpatient addictions services for men and women as well as restorative justice services for clients who are involved with various correctional entities. The role involves supporting, interacting with, and monitoring residents, maintaining records, providing medication monitoring, and assisting with various client needs. Employees are required to mask indoors regardless of vaccination status and adhere to agency protocols.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or GED Equivalency is required for the position.
Possess standard reading, writing, math skills, problem solving capability, and the ability to accept/follow through with direction and both recognize and adhere to professional boundaries.
The ability to provide services and function as a team member with patience, self-control and flexibility is essential.
Must have a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the role; a motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record per the LSS Driver Safety Procedure is required, and ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements.
Working knowledge of computers to allow employee to access computer systems and applications to complete timecards, read and respond to email, access and use the LSS HRIS system, utilize LSS EHR systems, and complete required on-line training.
Ability to communicate both in verbal and written format, effectively and efficiently in job.
Stand, bend/stoop, crouch, kneel, use stairs, and walk.

Nice To Haves

Prefer a Female to meet our FBOP contract.
Related experience or credits toward a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in social work, human services, psychology or similar major may be required based on contract requirements.
Previous work experience providing similar services is preferred.
Completed training regarding DHS 83 (Fire Safety/First Aid and Procedures to Alleviate Choke, Standard Precautions, and Medication Administration) is preferred but may be obtained after hire (required after hire).

Responsibilities

Supports, interacts with, and monitors residents within established policies and procedures, providing positive role modeling
Records observations relating to actions and behavior of residents and maintains records and reports as required
Performs general housekeeping and cleaning duties as needed.
May organize and distribute clothing, bedding and other supplies
Provides medication monitoring or medication administration as outlined in specific program policies
Provides information concerning status of clients to external partners within established guidelines.
Identifies emergencies or crisis situations and responds appropriately
Maintains awareness of clinical treatment plan and supports residents in achieving goals
Attends staff meetings and participates in training activities as required
Maintains confidential client information and record
May assist with meal preparation and other life skills for residents
May assist with grocery shopping for the facility
May transport residents to meetings, services, appointments and other activities
May be responsible for collecting urine specimens for urinalysis and administering breathalyzer tests
May provide educational group activities for clients within program specified parameters.
May administer basic first aid as needed
Other duties as required