WCS - Resident Assistant

If you feel called to use your gifts in a Christ-centered ministry where faith is lived out through compassionate service, we invite you to consider joining the Union Gospel Mission team. Here, every role is an opportunity to reflect the love of Jesus, bring hope and healing to people in need, and serve alongside fellow believers who are committed to prayer, biblical truth, and sharing the Gospel. Together, we can make an eternal difference in the lives of women and children in our community. UGM considers every position one of ministry and a vital and valued part of our team. Therefore, it is essential that all employees of UGM have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to our Statement of Faith and Core Values. Additionally, employees must be willing to lead and/or participate in Bible study, prayer, devotions and sharing the Gospel. SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Resident Assistant is responsible for the supervision of all aspects of client services and house management withinthe Shelter.This individual communicates effectively with staff and oversees clients and volunteers while working to maintain a clean, safe and healing environment for all. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Key Result Area #1: Operations Ensure the management of the shelter remains in accordance with UGM and site-specific central policies and procedures.Train and supervise volunteers and desk staff throughout their shift; provide assistance with any high-level inquiries and decision-making.Retain accurate data base information: maintain reports and client information, update shift logs and communicate key information.Attend all required UGM and site-specific meetings and trainings.Complete components of the intake and exit process thoroughly.Exercise vigilance when interacting with clients; administer random urinalysis and Breathalyzer tests as assigned.Record all medications and over-thecounter, non-prescribed items checked in by clients.Organize and restock supplies in all areas of client services; complete RFMs as assigned.Provide over the counter medical calls as needed, evaluate medical emergencies in the absence of a medical coordinator and ensure patient medication is available 24/7.Approve job schedules for clients requesting accommodations.Participate in the outcome-based management process.Lead clients to self-evaluations as necessary.Complete other tasks as assigned by Client Services Manager. Key Result Area #2: Security Ensure facility is safe and secure by monitoring cameras and performing security checks as assigned.Verify alarms are set and doors are locked after hours.Maintain proactive awareness of clients and monitor their coming and going from the facility; exercise awareness of suspicious behavior.Confiscate weapons and paraphernalia and dispose of drugs.Perform room checks and car searches as needed.Hold healthy boundaries between clients, staff and volunteers.Ensure awareness of emergency evacuation.Notify leadership immediately following any violent or critical incidents. Key Result Area #3: Site Specific Ensure transient camps within 5 blocks of UGM are vacated.Provide direct supervision of the day room and lines during meal times.Evaluate Work Therapy residents using PADMAN process once a month. Swing Shift Assist with Chapel duties, oversight, and coordination as assigned by Chaplain.Operate clothing room from 3-4pm.Dinner visitors are checked in, tracked, informed, and supervisedDay Room is cleared of any remaining items and 24 hours holds are tagged and stored properlyMake rounds during chapel to ensure proper attendance.Coordinate with tours and volunteers as needed. Graveyard Shift Ensure record of accountability for bag pulls by guests is in place.Log early wake ups. SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: Grounded and committed Christian: able and willing to model servant-leadership and interested in being part of a ministry to the poor, homeless, drug addicted and mentally ill.Active member of the body of Christ, in accordance with the Union Gospel Mission Statement of Purpose, Statement of Vision and Statement of Faith.Strong Interpersonal skills - exercise compassion and discernment while modeling the teachings of Jesus Christ.Able and willing to honor the leadership, chain of command, standards and ministry objectives of Union Gospel Mission.Computer literate (Word, Excel, Outlook); able to complete documents, build tables, and accurately record information.Excellent communication skills, written, verbal and instructional.Insightful, trustworthy, honest, reliable, model appropriate boundaries, and strong work ethic.Minimum 3 years sobriety, if in recovery.Valid Washington or Idaho drivers license required.CPR/First Aid certification recommended.Yearly TB clearance required.Criminal background check clearance required. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL FACTORS: Occasionally = 1%-33%; Frequently = 34%-66%; Continuously = 67%-100% Work is primarily indoors and requires sitting, standing, bending, reaching, and going from building to building -continuously.Requires a sustained level of emotional balance, patience, and tolerance for people and personal and management issues continuouslyThe ability to move about all the facilities on a regular basis occasionally.Requires the ability to hear, see, and speak clearly continuously. EQUIPMENT/TOOLS USED: Computer skills; Microsoft Office, Office 365, Excel, Word, Outlook, UKG HR, WaypointSecurity equipment Requirements: EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High school diploma/GED.Preferable two years experience working with low-income population.Knowledge of chemical dependency addictions and process addictions.Ability to recognize active use and misuse of legal or illicit substances. #UGMUKG