Residential Support Professional - Addictions Recovery - 1st Shift

Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is a private, non-profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. Over the years, LSS has grown to become one of the largest human service agencies in the two state area serving more than 125,000 clients annually. We are looking for passionate, mission-driven individuals like you to help provide services including outpatient behavioral health management, international, domestic and special needs adoptions, older adult services, support services for children, youth and families, community corrections programs and support services for adults with disabilities and / or mental health concerns.

Motivated by the compassion of Christ, we help people improve the quality of their lives. Does this describe your personal mission statement? Are you motivated to serve by sharing your talents? If you would like to help us achieve our mission, please apply for the following opportunity.

Description

Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI is currently recruiting for Adult Residential Support Professionals for a new addictions recovery program in Oconomowoc, WI. LSS Recovery Center Oconomowoc provides up to 30 beds for adult women in need of Medically Monitored Treatment and Transitional Residential Treatment. Services are gender specific and trauma informed. The facility does allow for infants up to age 3 months to reside with their mothers who are receiving SUD treatment services.

As as Support Professional, your role is to help these ladies stay clean and sober, adhere to the requirements of the program, pass medication, provide meals, complete household chores, etc. This position is first shift, 8 AM - 4 PM, and requires hours every other weekend, and offers pay at $17.75 / hr.

Essential 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, interacts with, and monitors residents within established policies and procedures, providing positive role modeling
• Records observations relating to actions and behavior of residents and maintains records and reports as required
• Performs general housekeeping and cleaning duties as needed. "laundry equipment" - it's regular household washers and dryers....May organize and distribute clothing, bedding and other supplies
• Provides medication monitoring or medication administration as outlined in specific program policies
• Provides information concerning status of clients to external partners within established guidelines. Is mindful of confidentiality requirements specific to the program
• Identifies emergencies or crisis situations and responds appropriately
• Maintains awareness of clinical treatment plan and supports residents in achieving goals
• Ability to work independently and problem solve efficiently
• Attends staff meetings and participates in training activities as required
• Maintains confidential client information and records
• May assist with meal preparation and other life skills for residents
• May assist with grocery shopping for the facility
• May transport residents to meetings, services, appointments and other activities
• May be responsible for collecting urine specimens for urinalysis and administering breathalyzer tests
• May provide educational group activities for clients within program specified parameters.
• May administer basic first aid as needed
• Other duties as required

ADDITIONAL AGENCY REQUIREMENTS (Required of all employees) :

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :

A High School Diploma or GED Equivalency is required for the position. Related experience or credits toward a bachelor's degree from an accredited college in social work, human services, psychology or similar major may be required based on contract requirements. Previous work experience providing similar services is preferred.

Possess standard reading, writing, math skills, problem solving capability, and the ability to accept / follow through with direction and both recognize and adhere to professional boundaries. The ability to provide services and function as a team member with patience, self-control and flexibility is essential.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS :

Must have a valid driver's 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.

Completed training regarding DHS 83 (Fire Safety / First Aid and Procedures to Alleviate Choke, Standard Precautions, and Medication Administration) is preferred but may be obtained after hire (required after hire).

TRAVEL : Ability to travel on day trips in the community as required up to 25-50%, depending on specific role.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma / GED (required)

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License (required)

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