Support Specialist, Transitional Living

Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas; House (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas seeks Direct Care Staff to support clients by providing supportive housing services, conducting activities, and maintaining a safe environment. Ideal candidates possess a passion for Catholic teachings, have supervisory experience, and can effectively work within diverse environments. Responsibilities include client supervision, tailoring support to individual needs, and thorough documentation of services. A valid driver's license and background screenings are necessary for this role.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated passion for Catholic Charities' mission.
• Effective communication skills in diverse environments.
• Experience in supervision and support roles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee clients and facility operations.
• Assist case managers with tenant tasks and training.
• Conduct groups and activities both on and off-site.
• Complete documentation as required by program policies.

Skills

Client supervision

Patient support

Problem-solving

Basic needs assistance

Documentation skills

Job description

Overview

Successfully promote and support the mission of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas by providing supportive housing services. Direct Care Staff supervise and oversee clients and facility. Assist case managers in carrying out tasks assigned to tenants; provide support, assistance, and training to tenants in maintaining daily living skills, escort to appointments, and conduct groups & activities on and off site.

Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas is an equal‑opportunity employer and embraces the broadest definition of neighbor and the characteristics that make them unique, including age, gender, race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, education, immigration status, national origin, language, family or marital status, political affiliation, disability and religious beliefs.

Essential Functions

• Complete client intakes and assist with development of a Preliminary Plan of Service.
• Conduct house meetings and participate in shift change meetings.
• Provide clients with opportunities to learn and practice skills; encourage positive skill development; supervise clients’ day‑to‑day interactions.
• Provide clients with all basic needs, including a clean and safe living environment.
• Provide level of supervision to clients based on the level of supervision needed.
• Empower clients and staff to problem solve.
• Transport clients to appointments.
• Participate in planning and implementation of services, activities, and/or skills training for group and individual work.
• Maintain safety, confidentiality, and protection of clients.
• Complete all documentation as required by program (incident reports, case notes, daily logs, medical documentation, etc.).

Minimum Position Requirements

• Demonstrate a passion for the mission of Catholic Charities.
• Be willing to perform by the agency’s values: love, patience, kindness, faithfulness, self‑control and joy.
• Accept the requirement to not publicly oppose Catholic teaching or advocate positions in conflict with Catholic doctrine.
• Complete VIRTUS training, background screening, drug testing, and any ongoing training as required.
• Preferably have 2 years of experience.
• Have the ability to work effectively in a diverse environment.
• Must possess a valid Kansas or Missouri Driver’s license, dependable transportation, current vehicle insurance, and a verified safe‑driving record if driving is a primary responsibility.
• Must pass DOT screening if driving an agency vehicle requiring DOT certification.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, standing, bending, and moving.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases.
• Must have the physical ability to effectively communicate with others.
• Must have the physical ability, appropriately licensed, to drive.