Recovery Housing Support Specialist

The Salvation Army Southern California; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California is seeking a Program Assistant to help provide a safe environment in the Recovery Housing Program. This frontline role documents daily activities, supports administrative tasks, and maintains security and ethical boundaries.

Responsibilities include observing entry/exit, reporting incidents, assisting in admissions, and supporting emergency drills. Bilingual Spanish skills are preferred to assist Spanish-speaking participants.

Qualifications

• Experience working with issues of substance abuse, mental illness, and related barriers to self-sufficiency.
• High school diploma or equivalent (Required).
• CA Driver's License (Preferred).
• Bilingual in Spanish (Preferred).
• First Aid and CPR certification (within first seven days).
• Tuberculosis clearance (within first fourteen days).

Responsibilities

• Observe all persons entering and exiting the building.
• Document, inform, and report incidents and daily activities during shift.
• Maintain safety, integrity, and security of the Recovery Housing Program.
• Support admissions and exits of clients as directed by the Program Director.
• Assist with sanitization of program high-touch surfaces and emergency drills.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

MS Office

Integrity

Organizational skills

Cultural competency

Trauma-informed care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CA Driver's License (Preferred)

First Aid & CPR certification (within 7 days)

TB clearance (within 14 days)

Tools

Modern Office Equipment

Job description

The Salvation Army Southern California is seeking a Program Assistant to help provide a safe environment in the Recovery Housing Program. This frontline role documents daily activities, supports administrative tasks, and maintains security and ethical boundaries.

Responsibilities include observing entry/exit, reporting incidents, assisting in admissions, and supporting emergency drills. Bilingual Spanish skills are preferred to assist Spanish-speaking participants.