• Job Description

  Req#: 32262737025

  Residential Support Advocate - 11-145 SC/Orange County Social Services

  Job Category: Social Services

  Requisition Number: RESID019300

  Posted: February 6, 2025

  Part-Time

  Description

  Mission Statement

  The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

  Position Summary

  The Residential Support Advocate (RSA) is responsible for monitoring resident activities and ensuring their compliance with Safe Home program rules and conditions. The RSA ensures the safe custody and accountability of all residents while maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly facility. The Salvation Army Orange County's Anti-Trafficking Services provides human trafficking survivors in Orange County holistic care through trauma-informed, culturally-and linguistically sensitive, strengths-based, and survivor-centered case management and advocacy.

  Essential Functions

  • Maintain a safe, friendly, and cooperative atmosphere within Thatiana's Home and with residents to promote a clean, orderly, and healthy environment.
  • Conduct regular checks of bed areas, outside grounds, and common rooms; ensure residents are involved in program activities or productively engaged with their case plan.
  • Distribute hygiene items, clothing, towels, linens, and other essential items; ensure Safe Home is kept clean and that residents participate in cleaning efforts.
  • Support and assist residents in developing and implementing life and social skills plans that will further their independence, increase their community involvement, and improve their quality of life.
  • Monitor resident and house activity to ensure safety; assess and respond appropriately to resident behaviors, attitudes, and dispositions. Contact 911 in emergency situations.
  • Maintain contact with other agencies and case managers as needed to ensure coordination of services; assist with program referrals and intake process.
  • Transport participants to meetings, appointments, or other locations as required.
  • Secure and distribute resident medications as needed.
  • Maintain and update all logs, case notes, required documentation, and any other forms of record keeping in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Lead resident process and support groups; help residents with daily routines, meal preparation, and schedules as needed.
  • Report resident issues or concerns to Case Manager and/or Program Manager promptly.
  • Attend staff trainings and department meetings as needed; complete other duties as assigned.

  PAY RATE: $20-$24.00/hr.

  Working Conditions

  Must be able to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis. Must be able to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

  Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
  • Some college in a related field to social work or psychology and two years of experience performing social service work preferred.
  • Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Demonstrated experience working in the social work field including client assessment, case planning, management, and referrals.
  • Fluency in Spanish (verbal and written) preferred.
  • CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
  • Requires a valid driver's license.
  • Deep commitment to the healing and well-being of human trafficking survivors.

  Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

  • Driving Test and clean MVR check (Driving Required).
  • A criminal background check is required with certification for Protect the Mission policies and procedures.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of trauma-informed, culturally and linguistically appropriate service provision strategies.
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of crisis intervention counseling.
  • Administrative skills in computers, record keeping, and organization.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and communication skills, including public speaking.
  • Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work to comply with quality standards and deadlines.

  Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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