Support Staff (Full-time, Overnight)

The Salvation Army Southern California; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

ATS is seeking a part-time Support Staff to supervise and secure the residential living environment, supporting continuum clients and overnight operations in Honolulu, HI. Responsibilities include crisis management support and coordination of client activities in a structured setting.

Qualifying candidates will have a GED or equivalent (AA preferred), experience with substance abuse or social services, and strong written and verbal communication skills with basic computer use and a valid

Qualifications

• GED or equivalent is required, AA degree preferred.
• Prefer at least one year in substance abuse or social services.
• Ability to relate to substance abuse clients and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and secure the residential living environment and clients.
• Provide overnight supervision as needed and back-up to Detox staff.
• Coordinate appointments, monitor attendance and behavior.
• Offer program orientation to newly admitted clients.
• Manage room assignments and kitchen crew schedules; assist with crisis management.
• Deliver daily client services such as educational sessions and outings.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Driver's license

Education

GED or equivalent

AA degree preferred

Tools

Word processing

General computer skills

Job description

Position overview

ATS is seeking to fill a part-time Support Staff position (40 hours/wk, Overnight). Under the supervision of the Clinical Support Services Supervisor, the Support Staff is responsible for the supervision, security and physical condition of the residential living environment and support of ATS continuum clients. May be responsible for overnight supervision of the residential clients and as needed, provides "back-up" to Detox staff for unusual admissions, crisis situation, or any on-going emergency assistance that Detox staff may encounter. Coordinates residential clients' community appointments and monitors client program services attendance and behavior. Provides newly admitted residential clients with program orientation sessions. Coordinates client room assignments and kitchen crew work schedules and assists clients with crisis management and related case management issues. As needed, provides daily client services such as client educational sessions, group recreational outings, etc. Must have a thorough working knowledge and understanding of the current Programs Policy and Procedures.

Requirements

• A minimum of a GED or equivalent required, and prefer an AA degree.
• Prefer at least one-year experience working with substance abuse treatment clients or clients needing other social services.
• Must be able to be both supportive of and relate will with substance abuse clients.
• Needs effective written and verbal communications skills.
• Prefer word processing/computer experience.
• Must have a current driver's license.