Case Aide (Family Shelter)

Houston, TX 1603 McGowen Street 77001, 1603 McGowen Street, Houston, Texas, United States of America Req #31927
Tuesday, September 10, 2024

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for a Case Aide for Houston Family Residence, located in Houston, Texas.

 

Job Summary

Provides daily supervision, monitoring, reporting, and technical support services to clients in a residential substance abuse treatment environment; performs crisis intervention counseling when needed; works with individuals and groups to develop life management skills; facilitates an emotional and physical environment conducive to enhancing positive client morale and stabilization; reports pertinent information to the Director of Social Services.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of basic recordkeeping practices and procedures. Knowledge of individual and group counseling as well as crisis intervention techniques. Ability to communicate effectively with clients in order to control, lead, and motivate behavior. Ability to maintain the security and confidentiality of client records. Ability to work independently and with limited supervision while enforcing established policies and procedures. Ability to serve as a role model with physical and emotional health adequate to meet the demands of the position. Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army.

 

Education and Experience

High school diploma or G.E.D. required, and One year experience performing security or social service work preferred,, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certifications: Valid State Driver’s License (Preferred), Food Handlers Certification (or ability to obtain within established timeframe), CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain within established timeframe).

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively. Ability to respond to emergency situations quickly and calmly while maintaining control and initiating the proper corrective action. Ability to drive a vehicle safely and in accordance with all laws and regulations. Ability and willingness to conduct all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.). Duties are usually performed seated.  Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking. Working Conditions: Work is performed in a normal shelter environment where there are physical discomforts associated with changed in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

 

Additional Comments:
All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled 

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Other details

  • Job Family TX-NON-EXEMPT
  • Job Function Case Management
  • Pay Type Hourly
Location on Google Maps
  • Houston, TX 1603 McGowen Street 77001, 1603 McGowen Street, Houston, Texas, United States of America