Support Professional - Addictions & Corrections

Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI is currently seeking a Support Professional – Addictions and Corrections for Cephas House a 14-bed residential treatment facility for men that provides primary residential and transitional residential services who have a history of substance use disorder. 

Hours include working every other weekend: Friday 5pm - 9pm, Saturday and Sunday from 8:00A-3:00P

Support Professionals under supervision, perform work involving the care and treatment of clients providing a positive supportive influence while adhering to program rules and expectations

Essential Duties and responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Supports and monitors clients within established policies and procedures.
• May be responsible for collecting urine specimens for urinalysis and administering breathalyzer test.

• Interacts with clients on an individual or group basis providing guidance and a positive supportive influence.
• Records observations relating to actions and behavior of clients and maintains records and reports as required.
• May organize and distribute clothing, bedding and other supplies.

• May assist with meal preparation in residential settings
• Performs general housekeeping and cleaning duties in residential settings as needed and operates laundry equipment.
• May transport clients to meetings, services, appointments and other activities.
• Provide medication monitoring in residential programs as outlined in licensing policies.
• May purchase supplies and/or groceries for the program.

• Advocates for primary clients in the community.
• Attends staff meetings and participates in training activities as required.

• May provide educational group activities for clients within program specified parameters.
• Provides information concerning status of clients to correctional agents and other professionals within established guidelines.
• May administer basic first aid as needed.

• Other duties as required.

PERKS:

• Mileage reimbursement
• Service Awards and Recognition
• Ability to Contribute to 403B
• Employee Assistance Program

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 

Graduation from high school, HSED, or GED equivalency is preferred.  This position may require One (1) year of work experience, preferably involving care or supervision of client.  Training from a recognized college or university with several courses in social work, psychology, sociology, or a closely related field may substitute for the work experience.  Addictions or correctional experience is preferred and may be required. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

The incumbent of this position must have a valid Driver’s License and car – Motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record required. Must pass a Caregiver Background Check according to program regulations. First Aid training, and CPR Certificate (when required) preferred but may be obtained after hire.

TRAVEL:  

In the course of the work day, the employee may be traveling to a variety of locations. 

We want you! Apply today to join our team.

EOE/M/W/VET/DISABILITY