Transitional Housing Program Assistant
Transitional Housing Program Assistant
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Job Description
Job Title: Transitional Housing Program Assistant
Reports to: Housing Director
FLSA Code: Part time Nonexempt
Hours: Up to 25hours/week
Potential Shift: 7:00 a.m.7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m.11:30 p.m. 11:30 p.m.7:30 a.m.
Program Area: Adult Service Network (ASN)
Location: Womens Center 3330 W. Carol Ave Chicago IL 60624
We Are Breakthrough Adult Service Network
Breakthrough offers a new model for homeless services. We are intentional about treating every person in need with dignity and respect so they receive much more than a bed to sleep inthey receive the tools necessary to achieve selfsufficiency.
Breakthroughs women and mens transitional housing shelter first aim to meet immediate needs of food and shelter through our kitchens onsite laundry and showers. Guests then receive onsite primary and mental health care employment training and housing search assistance and placement.
Breakthroughs women and mens transitional housing shelter first aim to meet immediate needs of food and shelter through our kitchens onsite laundry and showers. Guests then receive onsite primary and mental health care employment training and housing search assistance and placement.
POSITION SUMMARY
Demonstrating the mission and vision of Breakthrough Urban Ministries the Program Assistant serves to ensure the health and safety of each individual seeking shelter and other supportive services by promoting growth recovery and selfsufficiency.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS
- Meet with guests in Transitional Housing Program in partnership with case manager to facilitate transition from crisis to stability
- Conduct intake and follow preventative procedures with all individuals entering the facility during the shift
- Provides supportive services to residents as needed/deemed appropriate to support their goals towards selfsufficiency
- Enforce all rules and regulations of Breakthroughs Homeless Intervention Program
- Coordinate cooperate and communicate with other staff guests and partnering agencies in a positive effective and professional manner
- Enter participant information into the Salesforce/HMIS database in a timely matter and update as needed in accordance with Breakthroughs established guidelines.
- Complete required documentation log etc. during scheduled shift
- Assign guests chores provide instruction/education and monitor to ensure task completion
- Conduct bed/room inspections as required
- Ensure all guests have access to showers and all necessary items for a comfortable experience.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Demonstrated Values
- Independently follows agency policy and procedures
- Follows through with commitments including meeting established timelines
- Identifies and resolves difficult issues
- Works effectively with diverse staff communities and population served
QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES
- A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; some college course work preferred
- At least one year of directly related experience or minimum of 2 years of customer service experience
- Knowledge of standard case management protocols
- Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills professionalism and problemsolving abilities
- Ability to use initiative discretion and independent judgment in making decisions
- Promotes customer care through all actions and behaviors
- Project a professional image to all internal and external customers ensuring correct grooming
- Ability to demonstrate initiative and follow through and be comfortable working in a changing environment
- Demonstrates willingness to consistently improve work performance through their relationship and guidance
- Must possess an accurate and informed understanding of cultural and urban realities especially as related to youth families poverty and community development
- Must have a valid drivers license
SUPERVISION
- This position has no direct reports
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job the employee will work in a multipurpose facility and/or outdoors and thus will be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be high depending on the activities in the facility.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk and/or sit; use hands and fingers to feel objects tools or controls reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; regularly talk or hear. The employee must be able to bend stoop pull lift as well as have overhead extension of arms. Must be able to stand for long periods of time; be able to lift carry or move at least 50 pounds. Must adhere to proper handling and lifting techniques. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Equipment Used
The employee will generally use general office equipment including but not limited to telephone computer calculator copier overhead projector paper shredder paper cutter and filing systems.
Safety Requirements
Prior to the first day of work must complete a criminal background and sex offender clearance
BENEFITS
- Sick leave Parttime employees in this position are eligible for 1 hour of sick pay for every 35 hours worked in a pay period. This leave can be used for medical and safety reasons.
- Paid leave Parttime employees in this position are eligible for 1 hour of paid pay for every 35 hours worked in a pay period. This leave can be used for any reason.
COMPENSATION
$18/hr $20/hr
A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions. All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves other employees or individuals served.
This description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other jobrelated instructions and perform any other jobrelated duties requested by the supervisor.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitude to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise other than an at will employment relationship.
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