NV Cares Campus, Full-Time Swing Shift Support Staff

Volunteers of America Northern California & Northern Nevada, Inc.•Reno, NV

5d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Support Staff is responsible for assuring quality service in a safe, non-judgmental manner to all program participants compassionately and professionally as it relates to the specific program objectives. Objectives include supportive interaction with program participants and team members, assessment of participant’s needs, supporting the safety and the integrity of all residents, and performing all work duties as required. Work is performed in a cost-effective and service-oriented manner as it relates to established organizational standards.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to communicate and comprehend oral and written instructions and provide services to participants without ethnic or social prejudices.
General knowledge of issues and challenges unique to homelessness, substance abuse, young adults, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Must be able to utilize a range of interventions to work with participants with varying needs and levels of functioning.
Must be flexible to work irregular hours and be willing to function as a team member.
Computer skills required.
Requires CPR and First Aid training within ninety (90) days of employment, re-certification as necessary, and T.B. testing annually.
Must undergo a criminal background check.
Teamwork skills
Oral and written communication skills
Ability to de-escalate crises and assist residents and staff in emergencies
Organizational skills
Analytical and decision-making ability
Lift and move up to 30 pounds
Physically able to safely maneuver the weight distribution of a client in an emergency
Stand, walk, bend, stoop, and sit frequently
Kneel occasionally
Climb stairs as needed

Nice To Haves

A valid Nevada driver’s license is preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for performing daily work requirements to achieve established objectives of the department.
Responsible for assistance with participant property management.
Responsible for all areas of daily program maintenance in compliance with company policies.
Responsible for the assistance of training and development of new staff.
Responsible for all areas of the mail program.
Responsible for assistance with participant development.
Responsible for self-development.