Case Aide (2nd Shift) Part-Time - Men's Shelter Care

THE SALVATION ARMY•Dallas, TX

54d•Onsite

About The Position

The Case Aide provides daily supervision, monitoring, reporting, and technical support services to clients in a residential substance abuse treatment environment. The role may involve crisis intervention counseling and working with individuals and groups to develop life management skills. It helps maintain an emotional and physical environment that supports positive client morale and stabilization, and reports pertinent information to the Director of Social Services. The position is part-time, with benefits, and is scheduled from 2:00 PM to 9:30 PM on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Work takes place in a normal shelter environment, with potential discomforts related to weather changes, noise, dust, and dirt.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to respond quickly and calmly to emergencies while maintaining control and initiating appropriate corrective action.
Ability to drive safely and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Ability and willingness to perform duties in accordance with the organization’s ministry and Christian principles, and to communicate and perform job duties professionally.
Ability to perform limited physical effort involving walking, standing, and lifting or carrying light objects weighing less than 25 pounds.
CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain it within the established timeframe.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience performing security or social service work.
Valid State Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Monitor daily activities and ensure clients participate in the program.
Maintain the safety, cleanliness, and orderliness of the program environment.
Ensure clients maintain appropriate attire and personal hygiene.
Observe clients for safety, health, and risk potentials.
Administer breathalyzer and urinalysis tests to program clients, and conduct sexual offender checks as needed.
Communicate with members of clients’ treatment teams as requested to provide additional client information.
Report major incidents in writing and orally to the clinical supervisor and primary counselor, and facilitate ongoing information exchange.
Complete required paperwork for client intake and enter data into the computer to maintain records and generate client lists.
Document and monitor clients’ self-administration of medication as prescribed and in accordance with Shelter Care policies and procedures.
Distribute written communication and documentation to clinical staff.
Perform crisis intervention counseling when needed.
Work with individuals and groups to develop life management skills.
Report pertinent information to the Director of Social Services.