Community Living Assistant- Part Time- 2nd Shift

About the role

The Community Living Assistant position at the Atlanta Mission is a critical role within our ministry. We serve over 1000 men, women, and children daily, providing essential services including food, shelter, clothing, counseling, and vocational and spiritual guidance. Our mission is to witness and experience radical life transformations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor client activity to maintain safety and compliance with house rules
• Conduct room checks, package/purse inspections, and general observation to identify and remove contraband
• Respond promptly to incidents, escalating safety or behavioral concerns as needed
• Celebrate client milestones and provide support during challenging times
• Document daily activities, incidents, and unusual events in Salesforce and Microsoft Office tools
• Communicate client community living concerns, needs, and emergencies via Salesforce notes and email updates to appropriate staff
• Administer medication in alignment with program policy and accurately document client consumption in the medication log
• Build rapport with clients by maintaining a calm, compassionate, and professional presence

Qualifications

• Proven ability to de-escalate conflicts and respond effectively to crises
• Comfortable thriving in a fast-paced environment with frequent multitasking
• High energy, with the ability to engage and motivate others toward a common goal
• Strong communication skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write clear reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of clients or team members
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to use Salesforce for documentation
• Prior experience in residential or community living programs
• Training or experience in trauma-informed care or working with vulnerable populations
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills

Physical Requirements

• Standing for long periods of time
• To move and walk to various locations
• To climb stairs, stoop, kneel, reach, pull, push, bend and twist
• To operate a computer and other office equipment, such as a copy machine, calculator and computer printer
• To communicate accurate information
• To occasionally lift and/or carry up to 20lbs
• To have peripheral vision and depth perception

Special Job Requirements

• This is an essential role for which employees are expected to be available to work in the case of an emergency
• Work schedules and job functions are subject to change based on the business needs

What We Offer

• Employee Benefits: Retirement Savings with Matching Contribution, Dental & Vision Insurance