The Salvation Army Lighthouse Recovery Center - Residential Assistant

Notice: This position is subject to availability of funds.

General Statement: The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of all programs is a spiritual regeneration of all people.

TSA MISSION STATEMENT: 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 love for God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

LRC MISSION STATEMENT: The Salvation Army Lighthouse Recovery Center is committed to helping individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, and who have a problematic substance use by providing a drug-free and supportive living and learning environment, encouraging spiritual growth and strengthening life skills necessary in their transition to a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

JOB SUMMARY

Employees in this class are responsible for the care of clients with substance use disorder living in a residential treatment center or as an outpatient basis during assigned shifts (regular, swing and/or graveyard shifts).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Upon orientation of the drug testing procedures and protocol, the residential assistant must be able to administer urinalysis or oral swap drug test to adult female clients.

• Ensures the safety and security of .residents and personnel utilizing the building after normal working hours.

• Performs a variety of sub-professional tasks such as taking temperature, checking blood pressure, and monitoring medications and simple treatments.

• When required may transport and escort clients to their appointments and errands.

• Serves as a socializing agent, both in individual and group contacts with clients.

• Observes and reports clients’ behavior, and client-staff interactions.

• Assists in the maintenance of a safe, orderly and therapeutic environment.

• Ensures that residents and personnel utilizing the building behave according to rules, policies, and guidelines set by management.

• Respond to the needs of the clients.

• Supports and works with Disaster Response Programs and directed by the Director of Emergency Disaster Services, or Corps Officers and is a member of the Disaster Response Team.

• May be assigned tasks and responsibilities at or for any Salvation Army unit on Guam or Micronesia.

• Must maintain a lifestyle of sobriety from illicit drugs.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge or ability to learn the signs of substance use.

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in detail.

• Ability to work effectively with the public and employees.

• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

SKILLS/TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE:

• High school or General Education diploma. Some college experience preferred.

• Must have a valid driver’s license.

• Training and experience in recovery from substance use disorder desired.

• Should have general knowledge of island social services and be able to assist with applications.

• Must be responsible, with good anger management skills, and be able to handle spontaneous situations capably.

• Must be able to communicate effectively, verbal and in writing, with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.

• Must be responsible, with good anger management skills, and be able to handle spontaneous situations capably.

• Prioritize multiple work tasks to meet tight deadlines

EQUIPMENT NEEDS:

Use office equipment such as computers, photocopiers, scanners, calculators, etc.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Most work will be indoors at The Lighthouse Recovery Center. Attendance at trainings, both on and off island, may be required.