Life Skills Coach - Recovery Program

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Wichita, Summit Hill (KS, PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate individual to support clients in their journey towards independent living. This role involves providing essential life skills training in areas such as meal planning, personal hygiene, and community services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in social services and a commitment to fostering a supportive environment. You will play a vital role in facilitating recovery groups and ensuring adherence to home policies. Join a mission-driven organization that values dignity, respect, and the empowerment of individuals as they navigate their recovery journeys.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two years' experience providing supportive service to similar population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides skills training in meal planning, safety, and personal hygiene.
• Facilitates recovery and mediation groups, including AA and NA meetings.

Skills

Supportive service experience

Ability to multitask

Problem solving skills

Communication skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Objective: This position provides support, guidance, training, and supervision to the clients in the Recovery Home in their journey to learn appropriate life skills to be successful in independent living.

Essential Functions:

• Provides skills training to the clients in the Recovery Home to prepare them to live successful independent lives. Training areas include but are not limited to:

• Meal planning and preparation

• Safety and sanitation

• Food and household purchasing

• Laundry and clothing care

• Proper cleaning techniques

• Banking (checking and saving)

• Personal hygiene

• Community Services

• Recreation

• Health Resources

• Basic computer skills

• Information and referrals

• Facilitates recovery and mediation groups as directed

• Facilitates AA and NA meetings

• Assures the Recovery Home policies and procedures are followed.

• Provides Breathalyzer and Urinalysis testing as necessary.

• Completes all required documentation in client files, HMIS, Logbooks, and agency forms.

• Attends staff meetings and training as requested.

• Takes clients into the community for shopping, recreation, and educational experiences, following all Safe From Harm Guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience:Twoyears' experienceprovidingsupportive service to similar populationpreferred

Certifications/Licenses:Food Handler certification with 30 days of hire

Skills/Abilities:

• Minimum two years' continuous sobriety

• Support of Salvation Army Mission Statement,policiesand procedures

• Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure in crisis situations

• Ability to have positive affect through communications with a diverse population

• Ability to perform job dutieswith minimal supervision and work effectively as a part of the Social Services team

• Problem solving and conflict resolution skills

• Demonstrate professional boundaries,attitudeand conduct.

• Ability toprovideconsistency and structure for shelter program participants

• Competent in use of computer andpossessthe ability to learn related software asrequired

• Audio and visual acuity needed for the supervision of clients and security system

• Ability tomaintainconfidentiality of client information, including HIPPA requirements

• Assistwith client transportation as needed

• Capacityto treat all individuals with dignity and respect

Supervision: None

Physical Requirements:Employee must have the ability to sustain physical activity both inside and outside for extended periods of time. Work requires ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel and lift up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Travel: None

Driving: Employee must possess a valid driver's license from the state of residence; must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive a Salvation Army on Salvation Army business including a 12-passenger van.

Working Conditions:The work environment for this position includes an office environment with a medium to high noise level.Must be able to work with clients that have poor social skills, suffer from mental illness, and have substance use and mental health issues.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army Mission: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.