The Salvation Army Lighthouse Recovery Center - Residential Assistant

Essential Functions

• Administer urinalysis or oral swap drug tests to adult female clients.
• Ensure the safety and security of residents and personnel after normal working hours.
• Perform tasks such as taking temperature, checking blood pressure, and monitoring medications and simple treatments.
• Transport and escort clients to appointments and errands as required.
• Serve as a socializing agent in individual and group contacts with clients.
• Observe and report clients' behavior and client-staff interactions.
• Absorb and maintain a safe, orderly, and therapeutic environment.
• Support and work with Disaster Response Programs and the Disaster Response Team.

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.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Training and experience in recovery from substance use disorder desired.
• General knowledge of island social services and ability to assist with applications.
• Responsible, with good anger management skills, and able to handle spontaneous situations capably.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Equipment Needs

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