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The Salvation Army USA Central Territory

FullTime Rehabilitation Program Assistant

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What they do

A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$34,268 / year median in Michigan

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Management
  • Enforce house rules and maintain overall center security
  • Conduct new beneficiary orientations including facility tours
  • Lead weekly house meetings
  • Supervise medication calls and ensure proper documentation
  • Respond to beneficiary inquiries and emergencies
  • Complete incident reports and Safe From Harm documentation
  • Conduct regular bed checksBeneficiary Support
  • Implement and coordinate leisure time activities
  • Provide safe transportation when needed
  • Assist in resolving beneficiary problems
  • Train and supervise work therapy assignments
  • Assess and refer spiritual needs to Chaplain/Administrator
  • Administer drug and alcohol screening tests as requiredAdministrative Duties
  • Maintain daily reports and electronic data entries
  • Document program violations and incidents
  • Participate in professional development training
  • Support center policies and procedures
  • Monitor and ensure program complianceQualificationsEducation & Experience
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Previous managerial experience preferred
  • Valid Driver's License with ability to qualify for Salvation Army insuranceSkills & Abilities
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to interpret technical instructions
  • Basic mathematical and reporting abilities
  • Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skillsWhat We Offer
  • Meaningful work supporting recovery programs
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Supportive team environment
  • Mission-driven organizationPhysical Requirements
  • Manual dexterity for computer work
  • Ability to lift/move up to 20 pounds
  • Clear speaking, hearing, and vision abilitiesWork Environment
  • Residential institutional setting
  • Quiet to moderate noise level
  • Some warehouse/store exposure
  • Position may require living in the ARC
  • Closed toe shoes with rubber soles required for warehouse workTravel
  • Out of town travel up to 2 times yearly for training/eventsThe Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.
Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply. 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. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.