Support Specialist, Transitional Living

About the role

Successfully promote and support the mission of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas as guided by the Catholic Social Teachings by providing supportive housing services. Direct Care Staff provide supervision & oversight of clients and facility. Assist case managers in carrying out tasks assigned to tenants; provide support, assistance/train tenants in maintaining daily living, escort to appointments, conduct groups & activities on/off site.

Responsibilities

• Complete client intakes and assist with development of Preliminary Plan of Service.
• Conduct house meetings and participate in shift change meetings.
• Provide clients with opportunities to learn/practice skills; encourage positive skills development; supervise clients’ day-to-day interactions.
• Provide clients with all basic needs, including a clean and safe living environment.
• Provide level of supervision to clients based on the level of supervision needed.
• Empower clients and staff to problem solve.
• Transport clients to appointments.
• Participate in planning and implementation of services, activities, and/or skills training for group and individual work.
• Maintain safety, confidentiality, and protection of clients.
• Complete all documentation as required by program (i.e., incident reports, case notes, daily logs, medical documentation, etc.).

Requirements

• Demonstrate a passion for the mission of Catholic Charities.
• Must be willing to perform by the agency’s values: love, patience, kindness, faithfulness, self‑control and joy.
• Employees must understand they are a visible representative of the Archdiocesan Church and will not publicly oppose Catholic teachings nor advocate for positions in conflict with Catholic teaching, including via social media or other digital technologies.
• Must complete VIRTUS training, background screening, drug testing, and any ongoing training as required.
• 2 years of experience preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a very diverse environment.
• Must possess a valid Kansas or Missouri driver’s license, dependable transportation, current vehicle insurance, and a verified safe driving record (required if driving is part of primary responsibilities).
• Must be able to pass DOT screening (required if driving an agency vehicle requiring DOT certification).

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, standing, bending and moving.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases.
• Must have physical ability to effectively communicate with others.
• Must have the physical ability and appropriate licensure for driving.