Veteran Service Assistant (Nights & Weekends)

U.S. VETS; California, Long Beach (MO, CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting military veterans and their families. As a Veterans Service Assistant, you will help implement essential services, ensuring safety and security in a therapeutic environment. This role requires good communication skills and a client-centered approach, with responsibilities ranging from delivering basic services to maintaining a supportive atmosphere. If you're energetic, dedicated, and flexible, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a difference.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

Company-Matching 401K

Qualifications

• Experience with relevant programs or populations preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with residential staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering basic services to veterans at the facility.
• Maintain a harmonious atmosphere by communicating with clinical staff.
• Conduct toxicology testing of clients according to program policy.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Client-Centered Approach

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Looking for a rewarding position? How would you like to serve those who served?

If you are seeking an opportunity to work for a great organization and make a difference, this is the job for you!

Join our winning team!

Benefits include Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, and a company-matching 401K

This position reports directly to the Veteran Service Coordinator or Lead Veterans Service Assistant, if applicable. The Veterans Service Assistant helps implement basic residential services to support safety, security, and a therapeutic community environment.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Responsibilities:

• Assist in delivering basic services (such as shelter, food, hygiene, etc.) to veterans at the facility.
• Maintain a harmonious atmosphere by communicating with clinical staff and supporting a therapeutic community environment.
• Handle client mail and assist clients with move-in and move-out procedures.
• Prevent or de-escalate verbal and physical altercations, submitting Incident Reports as needed.
• Address client issues promptly to ensure continuous services.
• Communicate needs to the Veteran Service Coordinator or Lead Veterans Service Assistant to maintain supplies and proper storage.
• Assist with facility maintenance and upkeep to ensure readiness for inspections.
• Conduct toxicology testing of clients according to program policy.
• Implement safety and emergency procedures.
• Assist in bed checks and room inspections to ensure a safe, clean environment.
• Document bed checks, inspections, incident reports, client logs, and emergency drills.
• Facilitate daily living activities for clients.
• Follow site work order procedures.
• Provide daily shuttle transportation to community agencies such as VA, DMV, and Social Security.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Experience with relevant programs or populations preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with residential staff.
• Promote a client-centered, sober environment.
• Energetic, dedicated, flexible.
• Basic computer skills.
• Valid driver's license, meeting company insurance requirements, with completed driver training.
• Night and weekend availability.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Same experience and skill requirements as above.

United States Veterans Initiative is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting military veterans and their families through housing, counseling, career development, and comprehensive support.