What are the responsibilities and job description for the Care Team Leader - High Commitment Shelter position at Light Of Life Rescue Mission?
For over 70 years, Light of Life Rescue Mission has been a safe refuge for homeless and hurting people in the Pittsburgh area. We are currently seeking a full-time Care Team Leader for our High Commitment Shelter & Transitional Housing Program. This person will walk alongside clients to help them become self-aware and independent within a grace-filled, healing environment.
The role is located at Light of Life's new Ridge Recovery Place and reports to the Manager of Men's Longterm Programs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Exercise command authority over managing the day-to-day care of clients in the High Commitment Shelter and Men's Transitional Housing.
- Tracks clients' Care Plan progress through one-on-one discussions and MissionTracker
- Has veto authority over any proposed activity that does not follow Light of Life principles and/or is unhealthy or harmful to recovery.
- Networks with related service providers to access needed services for clients and ensure delivery.
- Leads weekly house meeting and multiple on-site visits per week at Transitional Housing
- Facilitates and develops curriculum for classes.
- Provides input into Care Team decisions.
- Exercises communication authority over decisions affecting High Commitment Shelter and Transitional Housing.
- Exercises input authority over client issues.
- Performs other duties, as needed.
Due to the interface with the clients, all jobs at Light of Life require employees to:
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Participate in the ministry of Light of Life Rescue Mission and walk alongside clients sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ through actions and words.
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Resolve all issues in ways that promote the principles of Light of Life while following the processes described in the Light of Life staff handbook.
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Practice effective stewardship of all resources.
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Subscribe to and embrace Light of Life's Statement of Faith, Values, and Principles.
KEY SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, collaborative, able to work effectively with diverse groups of people.
- Ability to show genuine Christian love to clients
- Ability to build relationships and show interest in others.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, human services, or related field
- Master's degree and/or licensed counselor preferred
- Bible training a plus
- Knowledge from formal and experiential training in drug and alcohol recovery and mental illness
- Two to four years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Database experience preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Light of Life Ministries Inc offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision and other valuable benefits, which begin the first of the month following employment. Light of Life also offers a retirement plan with match program after 6 months of employment.
All applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter with their resume.
Light of Life is committed to maintaining a drug-free community. Due to the nature of our ministry serving some who struggle with issues of addiction or drug abuse, our staff may not use or consume controlled substances like marijuana, even when prescribed by a physician.
Salary : $42,000 - $50,000
