Support Specialist, Transitional Living

Job description

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Successfully promote and support the mission of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas as guided by the Catholic Social Teachings by providing supportive housing services. Direct Care Staff provide supervision & oversight of clients and facility. Assist case managers in carrying out tasks assigned to tenants; provide support, assistance/train tenants in maintaining daily living, escort to appointments, conduct groups & activities on/off site. Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace the broadest definition of neighbor and the characteristics that make them unique, including age, gender, race, ethnicity, social-economic status, education, immigration status, national origin, language, family or marital status, political affiliation, disability and religious beliefs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Complete client intakes and assist with development of Preliminary Plan of Service. - Conduct house meetings and participate in shift change meetings. - Provide clients with opportunities to learn/practice skills; encourage positive skills development; supervise clients’ day-to-day interactions. - Provide clients with all basi...