Description

Job title

Life Skills Professional - Weekend On-Call

Reports to

Program Director

Are you looking for a rewarding career helping others improve their quality of life? Family House NOW, located in West Philadelphia, is currently seeking On-Call Life Skills Professionals for its weekend shifts! Compensation is $16.50 per hour.

The Life Skills Professional is responsible for collaboratively and actively assisting and supporting participants in the development of life skills, facilitating groups, and the establishment and attainment of goals identified on the individuals Recovery Support Plan (RSP).

On-Call Hours Available:

Saturdays - 8am - 4pm, 4pm - 12am

Sundays - 8am - 4pm, 4pm - 12am

What We Offer You:

* Commitment to maintaining a values-based and trauma-informed environment for all

* Scholarship program and tuition discounts at local and online colleges and universities

* Comprehensive health care coverage including medical, eye, and dental for qualifying staff

* Retirement savings plan

* Generous paid time off

* On-the-job training

What You'll Love About RHD:

Commitment to Values: We are committed to the fundamental value of dignity and respect for all human beings, to the empowerment of our consumers and staff, and to the flexibility to meet the changing needs of all our partners and those we serve

Dedication to Wellness: We value and prioritize our employees' mental, physical, and emotional health by providing free, online fitness classes, nutrition services, counseling sessions, and webinars on various health-related topics

Investment in Growth: We offer programs and workshops to our staff that support furthering education and the development of leadership skills

RHD employees working in programs within the City of Philadelphia are required to provide proof of Covid vaccination. If not fully vaccinated, they must receive at least one shot in a two -dose series or a single dose in a one-dose series before beginning in-person shifts. Final doses must be received within 8 weeks of hire.

Resources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.

Responsibilities/Duties

* Support/assist the program participant with the development and maintenance of necessary daily life skills to live independently within their community, i.e., cooking, shopping, household chores, seeking employment and education opportunities, medication management, interpersonal relations, utilizing community resources, vocational, budgeting, banking, accessing transportation, meal preparation, etc.

* Assess program participants' strengths, differing skills and abilities, to determine the best approach and learning style that can help increase skill development of each program participant.

* Model appropriate social skills to help the program participant develop positive relationships, cope with interpersonal conflict and successfully participate in social, recreational and cultural activities in-home and while out in the community.

* Complete required documentation comprehensively and accurately, i.e., observation checks, daily shift notes, mileage logs, incident reports (if applicable), and vehicle incident reports (if applicable)

* Monitor participant medication as prescribed (after completion of Medication Administration Training), and complete all corresponding documentation

* Operate agency vehicles in accordance with established policies and procedures

* Provide emergency medical procedures as needed, including Basic First Aid, and CPR (after completion of CPR Training)

* Responsible for attending supervision, clinical meetings, quarterly staff meetings, and mandatory trainings to remain current with best practices

* All other duties as identified by the Program Director

Required Experience

Two years of experience in the social service field preferred

Required Education

High School Diploma/GED

Required Qualifications

Must possess a current valid State Driver's License

Program Summary

Family House NOW is a 13-bed residential treatment facility for women experiencing mental illness and chemical dependence, and their children. Special components address drug/alcohol addiction, mental illness, life skills, trauma, and parenting skills, as well as prevention and intervention for the children. Family House NOW is one of only a few programs nationwide that works with mother and child in a residential treatment setting.

Requirements

Physical requirements

Lifting Requirements

• Medium: exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit (stationary position)
• Walk
• Use hands or fingers to handle or feel (operate, activate, prepare, inspect, position)
• Climb (stairs/ladders)
• Talk/Hear (communicate, converse, convey, express/exchange information)
• See (detect, identify, recognize, inspect, assess)
• Pushing or Pulling
• Repetitive Motion
• Reaching (high or low)
• Kneel, Stoop, Crouch or Crawl (position self, move)