PT Program Attendant - The Way Out Center

Salvation Army Careers•Spokane, WA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

This position follows Policies and Procedures for The Way Out Center Bridge Housing Program under the direction of the Lead Program Attendant, Assistant Program Manager and/or Program Manager. The Program Attendant provides support, direction, and supervision of Guests of The Way Out Center Bridge Housing Program. The Program Attendant works with individuals who are struggling with issues related to homelessness, mental health, addiction and/or chronic illness. The Program Attendant is responsible for demonstrating and inspiring hope, trust and a positive outlook. They will cultivate connections with a broad range of community-based service and support. The Program Attendant will work as a team member to provide safe, stable, temporary housing with supportive services to the guests of the Bridge Housing Program. The Program Attendant may have contact with public or office environments that may risk exposure to irrational/hostile behavior, typical/extreme weather conditions, contagious parasites/diseases or contact with domestic animals.

Requirements

21 years of age or older
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Possess Valid Driver’s License
Pass a Criminal and Driver Background Check
Have or complete De-escalation training
Current WA State Food Handler’s Card, Bloodborne Pathogen and CPR/First Aid Certification or obtain within 30 days of hire
Knowledge of Social Services, Local Resources and Referrals as appropriate
Possess general computer and keyboarding skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), recordkeeping systems or willing to learn
Effective verbal and written communication
Demonstrate effective personal and situational awareness
Flexible, relatable and reliable
Manage time effectively
Self-motivated and work with minimum supervision
Be an active listener by asking questions and reflecting what is said
Maintain healthy boundaries with guests and fellow staff members
Make decisions based on Established Policies and Procedures Manual

Responsibilities

Represent The Salvation Army and respect and work within its Christian tenets
Meal Service: Set-up, Serving and Clean-up
Supervise guests and the facility to provide a safe, clean, and pleasant environment
Maintain required level of security each shift
Maintain TSA facilities for cleanliness and safety from abuse or vandalism
Ensure supplies are properly stored and ready for the next Program attendant or guest
Complete documentation and data entry tasks on assigned shifts without delay
Answer and direct calls to appropriate employee or guest
Schedule/provide guest transportation to/from appointments, meetings, employment as required
Maintain the lobby area and bulletin boards
Successfully participate in TSA Spokane’s Employee Development training
Assist with Seasonal/Special events as assigned
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

paid holidays
vacation time
sick time
medical, vision, and dental insurance
Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage
Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area
Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area
Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost
Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered
Life and Voluntary Options
An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees
Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available
Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time
Employee-funded voluntary 403(b) option
40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events (Parental Leave)
12 days of Sick Leave annually
Two weeks annually, accruing from day one, for non-exempt positions (Paid Vacation)
Four weeks annually, accruing from day one, for exempt positions (Paid Vacation)
13 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday per year (Paid Holidays)