Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Position Summary: Missions Inc. Programs, with more than a century of experience in Human Services, has an exciting new position at our Mission Lodge program. We are seeking an experienced individual to serve as a Supportive Housing Specialist for on-call/weekend shifts, helping us provide a safe, purposeful environment while providing critical support to residents. Candidates who are interested in having a positive impact on those in recovery are encouraged to apply! Position Responsibilities The Resident Advocate position will provide supportive services and a secure, safe environment to men and women who have chronic addiction to drugs or alcohol. Maintain the confidentiality of all residents. Monitor medication. Be present during meals and snack time, monitoring the line, assisting the servers and supervising snack time. Be responsible for the smooth and safe operation of the program by enforcing rules fairly and consistently. Mediate problems between residents and defuse potentially volatile situations using de-escalation techniques. Supervise work program activities that occur on your shift and verify hours worked. Assist in resident transportation. Answer incoming calls. Conduct random urinalysis drug/alcohol screenings. Make a visual check of all residents and document residents status; complete room checks. Provide crisis intervention. Handle other tasks, as assigned by the Program Director.