Part-Time Restoration Specialist

North Star Initiative•Lititz, PA

About The Position

Part-time Restoration Specialists apply trauma-informed principles to facilitate the program and operations at the residential home and create a safe and caring environment for residents under the supervision of the Restoration Specialist. This is an hourly position (minimum of 16 hours weekly). The Restoration Specialist must be: Willing to sign the North Star Initiative Statement of Faith (Code of Beliefs) Willing to sign the Kingdom Living policy A current and active member and/or regular attendee of a local church Able to fully support the North Star Initiative's core values and ministry philosophy

Requirements

Minimum: 2- or 4-year college degree in human services, social work, psychology, counseling or related area, or commensurate lived experience
Awareness of the impact of human trafficking and trauma
Two years of experience working in direct care
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 platforms
Must be over 22 years of age (only with relevant experience or education)
Purposeful and intentional relationship with Jesus Christ.
Enthusiastic about providing recovery support to residents.
Understanding of sex trafficking, exploitation, addiction, and what trauma-informed care looks like.
Cultural competency, ability to communicate effectively with individuals of all backgrounds and cultures.
Flexibility in work schedule as determined by program needs.
Able to remain calm in stressful situations and be supportive of residents who may be experiencing pre-crisis or crisis situations.
Able to work with women who have experienced severe trauma without judgment or unrealistic expectations.
Able to work with sensitive information, using discretion for the safety and security of residents and staff.
Able to maintain healthy boundaries.
A “self-starter” and driven to follow up on assignments.
Participation in all required training and shows understanding of the training content

Nice To Haves

Over 25 years of age
Four years of experience working in direct care, preferably in a social service and/or residential setting
Training and/or certification in trauma-informed care

Responsibilities

Create and maintain supportive, boundaried relationships with residents
Promote survivor agency and mutuality
Practice a trauma-informed and strength-based approach
Maintain daily program structure under Residence Manager’s supervision
Ensure residents’ safety and supervision
Facilitate daily routines, medicine management, community meals, and devotional times
Empower residents with life skills development
Effectively integrate faith into interactions with others in ways that are edifying and respectful
Transport residents, as needed
Maintain a clean and orderly environment in the residence, reporting repairs and inventory needs to Residence Manager
Liaise with Residence Manager to maintain inventory and house schedules
Attend monthly all-staff meetings and trainings
Abide by NSI policies and procedures and ensure compliance with all mandated legal/regulatory requirements
Provide de-escalation during urgent residential issues
Maintain consistent, thorough documentation as required by organization’s policies
Model and maintain healthy boundaries.
Support other NSI staff in their roles.
Mediate conflicts and model healthy resolution skills, with both residents and team members.
Speak well to and about residents and team members.
Engage volunteers in daily programming and scheduling.