Program Assistant (Temp), Hope House

Hope House is an abstinence-based, recovery-focused shelter that supports the housing and recovery needs of adults experiencing homelessness and struggling with addiction. The program is designed to guide participants on their journey toward recovery, stability, and self-sufficiency. Onsite services include case management, life skills, recovery support, benefits acquisition, and connections to withdrawal management and detox, as well as streamlined access to residential drug treatment. The program also helps participants secure placement into sober living, permanent supportive housing or other suitable opportunities. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Perform all duties according to policy and procedure and our philosophy of careObserve all persons entering and exiting the buildingDocument, inform, and report all incidents and daily activities that occur during shiftStay engaged and responsive to maintain a safe, secure, responsive, inclusive, and non-discriminatory environment for clientsMaintain appropriate, professional, and ethical boundaries always with clientsBe punctual, flexible, and reliableAnswer the main facility telephone, take messages, and/or direct callers as appropriateFacilitate medication observation according to policy and procedureSupport searches in the residence for contraband including alcohol, drugs, drug paraphernalia, and various other non-permitted itemsEnsure clients are dressed appropriately while moving through the facility, are not in restricted areas, and are wearing their identification badges and colored lanyardEnforce house rules, procedures, and protocols for clientsDistribute sorted client mail as outlined in the procedurePerform regular and regular security and wellness checks throughout the facility and throughout the shiftAssist in administering urine analysis testing and breath alcohol testing for clientsAdhere to privacy and integrity protocols of clientsAssist in emergency disaster responses, emergency drills, and actual emergencies at the extended recovery facilityRespond to all unusual incidents with notification to all stakeholdersRespond to calls for assistance from other departments of the Center to prevent interference or disruption to operationsAssist in the admissions and exits of clients as directed by the Program DirectorMaintain overall direction and structured priorities within a frequently changing project scopeAssist with sanitization of program high-touch surfaces to maintain a healthy and safety program facilityProgram Assistants who are bilingual in Spanish will be responsible for verbal and written communication for Spanish-speaking participants, for which a bilingual premium would applyOther related duties as required EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Experience and ability to work successfully with issues of substance abuse, mental illness, and other potential barriers to self-sufficiencyHigh school diploma or equivalent (Required)CA Driver's License (Preferred)Bilingual in Spanish (Preferred)First Aid and CPR certification (within first seven days of employment – company provided)As required, Tuberculosis clearance (within first fourteen days of employment, company provided) SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Bilingual in Spanish (Preferred)Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Modern Office EquipmentIntegrity to handle sensitive information in a confidential mannerExcellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task with follow-throughCulturally competent and able to work with a highly diverse populationKnowledge of co-occurring disorders and trauma-informed environment PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (usually file boxes) EQUIPMENT USED: Modern Office Equipment and Relevant SoftwareADA Statement:Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army:Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes.At-Will:Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at-will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.

Salary : $44,200 - $55,900