Residential Services Specialist

Join our team and become a part of a supportive community dedicated to individual and community enrichment.

Catholic Community Services (CCS) is a faith-based organization, rooted in the values of   Love, Justice, Truth, and Freedom, that has continually served the community for the past 85 years. We seek individuals who are motivated, compassionate, and eager to make a difference in their community. Along with our competitive wages CCS offers a variety of employer paid benefits for employees. We are committed to providing the best care for those that we serve and advancement opportunities for our staff.   Join us today and become a champion in the lives of others!

Pay: $17.04 - $21.28 / Hour (depending on experience and education)

Location: Mt. Angel

Type: Part Time (11pm - 7am Sunday - Tuesday)/ Non-Exempt

Employer Provided Benefits:

• 4 Weeks Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) per year
• 100% Medical/ Vision Coverage for Employees
• 50% Medical coverage for dependent/ spouse
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Employer Match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance Plan
• 5 Paid Holidays/ Holiday Pay
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Jury Duty Paid Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Wellness Activity Discounts
• On the job training and CPR/First Aid certification
• Annual performance evaluations and pay increases
• Employee appreciation events
• and MORE! Join our team to find out what they are!

General Position Summary

The primary function is to work directly with families who currently have an open case with the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) Child Welfare or Self Sufficiency Programs and are experiencing housing instability, employment barriers and live in a transitional living community (TLC). This position works with families to guide and assist them in their development, and to effectively manage the activities associated with a clean and sober living environment, child welfare reunification process, and acquiring stable housing and employment. This position provides hands on skill development and implements support designed to achieve specific outcomes as well as to provide a safe, effective transitional living community for up to 12 families in a 24/7 facility located in Mt. Angel, Oregon.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and
• Possesses the interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively in a diverse family stability program and
• Reliable transportation, valid Oregon driver’s license (or the ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days of hire) with a driving record that permits coverage under the agency’s corporate auto liability policy.

** Note: Per State Contract, if candidate indicates they are in recovery (reached sobriety), they must have a minimum of two years sobriety. **

Preferred Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Experience administering medication in a controlled environment.
• Experience implementing behavior support plans.
• Experience working with medical, mental health (including suicide prevention), drug and alcohol, homeless shelters, educational communities, and other social service providers.
• Experience working with families in poverty, foster youth, housing instability, employment barriers, and transitional services in the public and private sector.

Supervisory Responsibility

• None

Required to Demonstrate Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities to/of

• Work effectively in a diverse family stability program.
• Recovery terminology and concepts and 12-step program or other recovery models.
• Basic computer skills including Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Person centered thinking and practices.
• Administer medication in a controlled environment.
• Implement behavior support plans.
• Mentor and guide families and individuals of any age through activities of daily living.
• Engage families in parenting and life skills development.
• Implement case management and transition plans.
• Maintain professional boundaries.
• Use good Judgement and make sound decisions.
• General understanding of the 5 Protective Factors
• Maintain confidential information.
• Complete tasks accurately, on time and meet deadlines.
• Analyze information.
• Communicate effectively (written and oral).
• Prioritize workload.

Essential Position Functions and Key Work Processes

• Mentor and guide families and individuals of any age through activities of daily living.
• Engage families in parenting and life skills development.
• Implement case management and transition plans.
• Administer medications or monitor program participants as they self-administer physician prescribed medications.
• Utilize person-centered thinking and planning while working with the individuals and families who reside at TLC.
• Assist Site Supervisor in ensuring all maintenance repairs are reported.
• Availability to cover open shifts as they occur.
• Assist Site Supervisor as needed to provide orientation for new families living at TLC.
• Adhere to all rules and regulations of the program. Report all violations to Site Supervisor and document on appropriate forms.
• Report accidents/injuries to Site Supervisor and document the incident or injury appropriately.
• Aid and offer resources to the public requesting assistance.
• Assist Site Supervisor in developing and maintaining good community relations and neighbor-driven family strengthening activities.
• Document daily on families’ progress and offer feedback if additional strategies could be implemented.
• May include running errands to BSB, picking up donations, transporting clients, etc.
• Ensures that vacated participant rooms and kitchen areas are cleaned and prepared for new families moving into the program, including verifying condition of furniture and appliances and reporting needed repairs or replacement items to the Site Supervisor.
• Monitor security cameras located at the facility and report potential or real security issues.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the facility inside and out. The position will require daily cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, general cleaning, and monitoring completion of chores by residents.
• Other duties as assigned by Site Supervisor.

Standard Expectations

• Follow the mission, community commitment, vision, values, and traditions of Catholic Community Services of the Mid-Willamette Valley and Central Coast.
• Follow the policies and procedures of CCS as outlined in the Organizational Operating Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, and the Employee Handbook.
• Follow all safety measures as required by OSHA and Catholic Community Services.
• Follow confidentiality expectations regarding the internal and external people we serve.
• Understand and adhere to the Principals of Catholic Social Teaching.
• Support multiculturalism by treating all people with dignity and respect, not engaging in any discriminatory behavior, and support the program’s cultural competency goals.
• Act as a team member including, but not limited to active participation, working well with others, and supporting team efforts and goals.
• Use a solution focused/problem solving approach when conducting agency business.
• Provide and maintain professional, respectful communication with all persons while representing CCS.

Job Complexity

• Handle multiple tasks at one time and meet deadlines.
• Work with a diverse population of people.
• Work autonomously.
• Flexible and work in a sometimes fast paced environment.