Support Professional
Company: LSS
Location: Eau Claire
Posted on: January 10, 2021
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Job Description:
Job DetailsDescriptionThe Affinity House, a program of Lutheran
Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan, Inc., is located
in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Affinity House is licensed as a Class AA
(all residents ambulatory and able to independently evacuate the
facility) CBRF. Affinity House provides Medically Monitored
(primary residential inpatient) and Transitional Residential
(halfway house) services for adult females who are
alcoholic/chemically dependent and who have issues relating to the
criminal justice system, with beds for 18 residents. The approach
is holistic, and provides services to address many dimensions of
chemical dependency: emotional, physical, social, mental,
educational, vocational, and spiritual.Weekend shift, Saturday &
Sunday rotating shiftsUnder supervision, performs work involving
the care and treatment of clients providing a positive supportive
influence, adherence to program rules and expectations; and
performs other duties as required.Weekend shift, Saturday & Sunday
rotating shiftsESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:This list of
duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be
expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as
management may deem necessary from time to time. Supports and
monitors clients within established policies and procedures. May be
responsible for collecting urine specimens for urinalysis and
administering breathalyzer test. Interacts with clients on an
individual or group basis providing guidance and a positive
supportive influence. Records observations relating to actions and
behavior of clients and maintains records and reports as required.
May organize and distribute clothing, bedding and other supplies.
May assist with meal preparation in residential settings Performs
general housekeeping and cleaning duties in residential settings as
needed and operates laundry equipment. May transport clients to
meetings, services, appointments and other activities. Provide
medication monitoring in residential programs as outlined in
licensing policies. May purchase supplies and/or groceries for the
program. Advocates for primary clients in the community. Attends
staff meetings and participates in training activities as required.
May provide educational group activities for clients within program
specified parameters. Provides information concerning status of
clients to correctional agents and other professionals within
established guidelines. May administer basic first aid as needed.
Other duties as required.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Upon offer, candidates must successfully complete the necessary
background, caregiver, medical and any other checks required,
according to program requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:Dependent upon
contractual requirements, this position may require graduation from
high school, HSED, or GED equivalency. This position may require
one (1) year of work experience, preferably involving care or
supervision of client. Training from a recognized college or
university with several courses in social work, psychology,
sociology, or a closely related field may substitute for the work
experience. Addictions or correctional experience is preferred and
may be required. Other knowledge and abilities require: Working
knowledge of the program and safety within the program. Working
knowledge of addiction, recovery, and correctional clients Working
knowledge of the rules, regulations, and policies governing the
delivery of services. Working knowledge of behavior, inter-personal
relations, social interaction and addictions and corrections.
Ability to serve as a positive role model for clients and provide
effective direction and supervision. Ability to detect and
recognize potentially hazardous situations and take immediate and
appropriate action. May require 1 - 3 years of experience working
with correctional or addictions clients, depending on program and
contractual obligations. Reading, writing, math skills, problem
solving, ability to accept/follow through with direction, recognize
boundaries, creative team member who can suggest and implement
strategies to enhance the service, patience, self-control and
flexibility.PERKS:Mileage reimbursementPaid Time OffService Awards
and RecognitionAbility to Contribute to 403BEmployee Assistance
ProgramCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must have a valid
drivers license and have reliable transportation to perform the
essential duties of the role; a motor vehicle check (MVR) with a
satisfactory driving record per the LSS Driver Safety Procedure is
required, and ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements.
First Aid training, and CPR Certificate (when required) preferred
but may be obtained after hire.TRAVEL: In the course of the work
day, the employee may be traveling to a variety of locations. Some
overnight travel may be required.LSS is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, veteran, disability status or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state or local
law.QualificationsSkillsBehaviors:Motivations:EducationRequiredHigh
School Diploma/ GED or better.ExperiencePreferred1 year: work
experience, preferably involving care or supervision of
clientLicenses & CertificationsRequiredDriver''s LicenseEqual
Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with
DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other
manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they
have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the
pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have
access to the compensation information of other employees or
applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot
disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals
who do not otherwise have access to compensation information,
unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or
charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding,
hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the
employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to
furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)by Jobble
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