The Salvation Army Southern California · 1 day ago
Program Assistant - On Call
The Salvation Army Southern California is seeking a Program Assistant to help maintain a safe and supportive environment for clients. This role involves documenting activities, performing administrative tasks, and ensuring the safety and security of the facility.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Observe all individuals entering and exiting the building
Document, report, and communicate all incidents and daily activities during the shift
Maintain a safe, secure, responsive, inclusive, and non‑discriminatory environment for clients
Answer phone calls, take messages, and direct callers appropriately
Facilitate medication observation in accordance with policy and procedure
Support facility, dormitory, and individual searches for alcohol, drugs, paraphernalia, contraband, and program violations
Enforce client house rules, procedures, and protocols
Distribute sorted client mail
Conduct regular security and wellness checks throughout the facility and shift
Assist clinical staff in administering urine analysis tests and breathalyzer screenings
Support emergency disaster responses and emergency drills
Respond to unusual incidents and notify required personnel
Respond to assistance requests from other Center departments
Assist with client admissions and exits
Other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Experience supporting individuals with substance use disorders, mental illness, and related barriers
Experience with Microsoft programs
First Aid and CPR certification (within first fourteen days of employment – company provided)
Tuberculosis clearance (within the first seven days of employment – company provided)
Integrity in handling sensitive and confidential information
Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask
Ability to work with a highly diverse population
Knowledge of co‑occurring disorders and trauma‑informed practices
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (usually file boxes)
Preferred
Bilingual in Spanish
Benefits
First Aid and CPR certification (within first fourteen days of employment – company provided)
Tuberculosis clearance (within the first seven days of employment – company provided)
Company
The Salvation Army Southern California
The Salvation Army is one of the largest humanitarian organizations in the world. It is a sub-organization of The Salvation Army International.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.02MKey Investors
Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco
2019-09-23Grant· $0.02M
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