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Rockford Rescue Mission · 1 month ago

Mens Life Recovery Coordinator Weekend Night (PT)

Rockford, IL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$21/hr - $21/hr

Rockford Rescue Mission is dedicated to providing support and recovery services to individuals in need. The Mens Life Recovery Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the holistic growth and development of clients, overseeing activities, and ensuring a safe environment while upholding the organization's Christian values.

CommunitiesNon ProfitSocial

Responsibilities

ASSIST IN THE HOLISTIC GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE CLIENTS

Communicate with the House Supervisor regarding clients and their attitudes, service assignments and responsibilities

Help clients to achieve a child of God identity and uphold a Christlike standard of behavior by assessing the individual’s needs and referring to the appropriate staff for follow-up

Track client movement in and out of the RRMM facility and monitoring visitations

Oversee client activities (such as Client Council Meetings, processing and House Groups, Service Assignments/projects, Church outreaches)

Intervene with the spiritual, emotional, social, and physical needs of clients

MONITOR THE DELIVERY OF SERVICES TO CLIENTS

Help to monitor the delivery, service, and cleanup of meals to the RP clients

Assess the emotional and spiritual needs of clients intervening whenever possible and referring to Chaplain/Case Managers and volunteer help when indicated

Do random drug and alcohol testing as needed. Recording results and notifying appropriate Chaplain/Case Manager of results

Transport Phase I residents to assigned church each Sunday morning

UPHOLD A STANDARD WITH ALL CLIENTS, VISITORS, VOLUNTEERS, AND CO-WORKERS THAT ALIGNS WITH PROGRAM EXPECTATIONS AND CHRISTLIKENESS

Intervene with those individuals that fall short of meeting the program and spiritual expectations

Function in a role of crisis interventionist, assessing and doing brief counseling

Look for opportunities to make referrals to the Chaplain/Case Managers for counseling/case management follow-up

Be vigilant for any inappropriate behaviors, i.e., smoking, drugs and/or alcohol possession or use, threats or physical violence, thievery, and/or weapons

Exhibit non-threatening conflict resolution during guest, candidate, or client disputes Enforce program principles and procedures in a spirit of compassion and respect (Eph.4:1-3, 7)

Document any and all corrective actions; filing where designated, and routing copies to staff when appropriate

Uphold RRMM and RP principles and procedures (pertaining to accountability, documentation, program integrity, etc.)

MAINTAIN A SAFE AND SECURE PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

Manifest vigilance in helping to prevent any accidents, acts of violence and/or any crisis situations from occurring

Note any hazards or potentially hazardous situation and either correcting that situation or referring the issue on to the Recovery Services Supervisor for follow-up

Notify appropriate local emergency personnel (medical, mental health, law enforcement, fire department, etc.) when needed; calling Recovery Services Supervisor as indicated in program call procedure

Defuse and/or referring all incoming crisis telephone calls; documenting for follow-up

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Attend any internal/external trainings, staff meetings, or seminars, as suggested by Recovery Services Supervisor

Attend weekly supervisory meetings with Recovery Services Supervisor

Attend any required first aid, CPR, and/or fire safety trainings as scheduled by Recovery Services Supervisor

Document all Recovery Program activities and file appropriately (daily logbook; incident reports; client, candidate, and guest files; observation reports; etc.)

Perform related work and other duties when required and as assigned

PHYSICAL FACTORS

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Frequent standing, moving, walking, bending, twisting

Occasional sitting

SPIRITUAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Take every opportunity to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with others

Provide spiritual encouragement to staff, volunteers, guests, and residents

Invest in the spiritual development of staff, guests, residents, and donors

Pray for and with staff, volunteers, guests, residents, and donors

Ensure actions and policies reflect the Christian values and purpose the Mission

Handle relational conflicts according to the Staff Covenant of Romans 12:18 and Matthew 18:15-19

Memorize monthly Scripture, Mission Statement, and Mission Core Values

Participate in corporate prayer and Scripture reading, staff chapel services, and all spiritual gatherings

Support and attend annual mandatory Evangelism In Service training to grow in knowledge of leading others to faith in Christ

Participate in annual spiritual growth training through organization selected curriculum

Qualification

J03 licenseCompassionCrisis interventionTeam playerChristian characterSafe work practicesConflict resolution

Required

Minimum requirement High School Diploma or GED

Must demonstrate compassion towards the poor, needy, and homeless

Must manifest Christian character traits of integrity, trustworthiness, responsibility, etc

Must display respect, gentleness, and accountability when interacting with the crisis guests and recovery program clients

Must be teachable and function as a team-player, and working towards appropriately resolving any conflicts with RRMM staff, volunteers, clients/candidates, and/or guests

Must engage in safe and healthy work practices, both on the premises and off-site facilities. Must take an active part ensuring the safety, health and well-being of all staff, volunteers, and Mission guests

J03 license required within 90 days of hire