IRU Counselor Aide - Overnight Support & Safety

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is seeking a Counselor Aide at Harbor Light/IRU in Chicago. This role supports residents, assists with non-clinical needs, and helps maintain a safe, respectful environment under the Intensive Programs Manager.

You will supervise nights and weekends, assist with documentation and client records, and work as part of a faith-based program that promotes dignity and independence for clients.

Qualifications

• One year of experience preferred.
• Must be able to read and write.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work as a team member and well with others.
• Demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-starter.
• A positive attitude and the ability to be flexible in light of changing job situations/priorities.
• At least one year of sobriety required.
• A commitment to The Salvation Army mission and faith-based service organizations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the unit during nights, weekends and holidays (according to his/her assigned shift and schedule) ensuring the policies and procedures are followed by IRU residents.
• Monitor residents overnight for possible emergencies such as sudden illness, fire, or other life-threatening situations.
• Contact 911 in case of medical or fire emergency. If required evacuate residents according to the disaster plan of the unit.
• Contact the police if serious violence occurs between residents for any reason.
• Do not permit the residents to leave the unit during off hours or permit outsiders to enter the unit except the security personnel of Harbor Light.
• Maintain the night log with incident reports submitted to the Unit Coordinator.
• Work with residents to schedule activities during weekends and holidays.
• Attend staff meetings and all staff development programs.

Skills

Communication

Reading & writing

Teamwork

Initiative

Flexibility

Sobriety requirement

Mission alignment

Job description

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is seeking a Counselor Aide at Harbor Light/IRU in Chicago. This role supports residents, assists with non-clinical needs, and helps maintain a safe, respectful environment under the Intensive Programs Manager.

You will supervise nights and weekends, assist with documentation and client records, and work as part of a faith-based program that promotes dignity and independence for clients.