Resident Advocate

Missions Inc Programs•Plymouth, MN

9d•$15 - $17

About The Position

Smith Lodge is a 21-bed transitional housing and support services program for men and women located in Plymouth, MN. The 21-bed program provides single-room and double occupancy rooms for adults (18+) of all genders in need of a healing-centered community. The Resident Advocate position will provide supportive services and a secure, safe environment to men and women who have chronic addiction to drugs or alcohol.

Requirements

Ability to work well with people from diverse cultural, social, and economic backgrounds to promote fairness and equality and have an awareness of culturally specific resources
Ability to maintain safety and provide appropriate and respectful services to people with substance use disorder in a substance-free board and lodging setting;
Understand substance use disorder and the needs of residents in recovery;
Maintain confidentiality, ethical boundaries and professional conduct in all interactions with residents;
Experience mediating problems using de-escalation techniques;
Computer proficiency required; including the ability to use e-mail, navigate the internet, and complete basic data entry in a database system;
Ability to pass a criminal background check.
Other lifting or physical requirements as added from time to time, or as required to perform the essential functions of this position, including the ability to climb (ascend and descend) a flight of stairs;

Nice To Haves

CPR and medication administration certified are a plus, but training on both will be provided

Responsibilities

Maintain the confidentiality of all residents.
Monitor medication.
Lead or manage evening resident activities.
Assist in resident transportation.
Answer incoming calls.
Conduct random urinalysis drug/alcohol screenings.
Make a visual check of all residents and document residents’ status; complete room checks.
Provide crisis intervention.
Work with Program Manager to assist new residents; paperwork, distribute linen and personal items, provide information on available resources and options to assist residents in working on their goals and objectives.
Handle other tasks, as assigned by the Program Manager.