Residential Treatment Support Specialist (Part Time HLC)

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Indianapolis, IN

1d•$15

About The Position

As the Residential Treatment Support Specialist, you will provide basic monitoring of clients’ physical/medical status. You will observe clients returning to the building, conduct urine drug screens and breathalyze clients as needed. Provide a caring and safe environment for each client. Teach educational classes as scheduled. Assist the clinical staff on duty. Interact with clients, provide a listening ear, and respond empathetically to client needs without counseling. The Residential Treatment Support Specialist will ensure the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent, ICADA certification a plus
Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.
Capable of communicating and interacting with people comfortably, with warmth, understanding, acceptance, empathy, and compassion.
Must have flexibility with schedule including weekends, evenings and holidays.
Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver’s qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment
Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems.
If in recovery, must demonstrate at least two years of sobriety with evidence of emotional and social stability.
Good speaking, hearing, and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
Lifting, pulling, and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds
May require bending, squatting, walking.
May require standing for extended

Nice To Haves

Bilingual and able to read, write and speak Spanish preferred
ICADA certification a plus

Responsibilities

Adhere to the policy and procedures of The Salvation Army Harbor Light Center
Teaching educational classes as assigned
Maintain written class curriculum and handouts
Provide documentation of class attendance using sigh-in sheets and the electronic medical record system
Assists in maintaining a structured environment for clients
Provide written progress notes to clients, case manager and counselor regarding observed behaviors in or out of the classroom
Provide support, encouragement, and compassion to clients as needed
Provide needed documentation regarding accomplishment of treatment goals as directed by the Case Manager and or Counselor
Attend clinical staff meetings, monthly in-service meetings, department staff meetings and other meetings as directed
Regularly and routinely interact with clients
Provide a listening ear and respond empathetically to client needs without counseling. Refer client to Counselor for additional direction. Interactions and dialogue are to be consistent with the client’s treatment plan
Maintain client confidentiality of all client information according to Federal, State and Salvation Army Standards
Assist in the admission and discharge process, which includes preparing the room for admission or discharge, providing clean linen to clients, and assisting Security Monitors in the Welcome Center
Accompany clients to meals, medication pass, meetings and other activities
Assist in the urine drug screening process for clients as needed
Works assigned overtime hours as directed to ensure coverage of facility operations, as approved by a supervisor or Manager
Other tasks as assigned by leadership