What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem Case Aide position at Open Door Mission?
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Under the direction of the Program Director, per diem staff assist with case management directives, care, and/or instruction to residents. Helps complete forms, securely gather appropriate information required to document, and provide information about Open Door Mission services or provide referrals. Performs room or dorm inspections, supervises client tasks or chores, and ensures all house rules are followed. This position is not responsible for a case load and may require driving for evening and weekend recreational, sober living activities or family field trips. All overnight shifts are required to be awake.
All per diem employees are required to work 24 hours within a 30 day period and required to work the shift they elect.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct Service Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day supervision and support to residents
Observe, monitor and document resident behaviors as well as progress in accordance with agency standards
Assist in the implementation and supervision of recreational activities, including Bible readings and/or life skill groups
Complete household chores assigned by supervisor to maintain cleanliness and safety standards
Supervise and document resident medications in accordance with agency policies
Perform any duties necessary for effective and efficient operation of community residence
Administrative Responsibilities
Regularly practices adherence to Facility/Program/Open Door Mission standards, and ensures documentation/policy requirements are followed
Observe all safety rules and regulations for self and others.
Utilize Mission Tracker and/or HMIS, and email to record, report, and communicate client information
Maintain appropriate and timely communication with staff and management, especially regarding critical incidents
May perform prescreen responsibilities for intake
May secure student resident medicine, and witness usage, and securely maintain documentation
May provide transportation as necessary
May administer random drug testing and maintain documentation
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
Christian with a commitment to and a passion for "Changing Lives. Restoring Hope" in the lives of the impoverished, addicted and mentally ill
Exercise compassion, discernment, and models appropriate boundaries
Able and willing to honor the leadership, chain of command, standards and ministry objectives of ODM
Proficient with data entry, and computer skills for generation of daily office communication
Strong team player, detailed and organized
Ability to work positively within a change environment
Exposure to resource acquisition
Must maintain a high degree of trustworthiness and reliability
Requires NYS driver's license and have a driving record acceptable to ODM insurance carrier
For those in recovery, a minimum of 1 year sobriety required
