Veteran Service Assistant

Veteran Service Assistant
Veteran Service Assistant/Driver

Must live in the D.C. Area to be considered

Application that is not fully completed will not be considered!!

This position reports directly to the Veteran Service Coordinator or Lead Veterans Service Assistant. The Veterans Service Assistant assists in the daily implementation of day-to-day basic residential services.

Responsibilities:

· Assists in the delivery of basic services (such as shelter, food, hygiene, etc.) to veterans served at the facility.

· Ensures harmonious atmosphere at the facility by maintaining communication with clinical staff and maintaining a therapeutic community environment

· Assists in the delivery/handling of client mail

· Assists clients with the move-in and move-out from the facility

· Responsible for the preventing or de-escalating any verbal and physical altercations from the facility including submitting Incident Reports to the Veteran Service Coordinator or Lead Veterans Service Assistant concerning these events

· Responsible for addressing client issues timely to ensure the non-interruption of services

· Provides daily shuttle van transportation to community agencies such as VA, DMV, Social Security, etc.

· Conveying needs to the Veteran Service Coordinator or Lead Veterans Service Assistant to maintain supply inventory of supplies and ensures proper storage

· Assists with maintenance and upkeep of the facility and ensures readiness for inspections

· Assists in the implementation of toxicology testing to promote a sober environment

· Responsible for implementation of all safety and emergency procedures

· Assist the Veteran Service Coordinator in bed checks, inspections of rooms to ensure a clean, safe and hazardless environment

· Conducts various administrative duties to include documentation of bed check, inspections, incident reports, client logs, etc.

· Facilitate routine daily living activities for clients

· Adheres to the site work order procedure

· Provides daily shuttle van transportation to community agencies such as VA, DMV, Social Security, etc.

· Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

· Experience with programs, client population, similar populations, or other relevant experience preferred

· Good communication and interpersonal skills

· Ability to work collaboratively with residential staff

· Must promote client-centered philosophy and skilled in creating/maintaining a sober environment

· Must be energetic, dedicated to mission and flexible

· Basic computer literacy

· High School Diploma or GED

· Valid driver’s license required. Must meet company insurance requirements and complete a provided driver training course.

United States Veterans Initiative is a non-profit organization whose mission is the successful transition of military veterans and their families through the provision of housing, counseling, career development and comprehensive support.

REV 3.18.21

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.03 - $21.26 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees are required to wear mask upon entry of the admin building, while moving around the site and/or while communicating with staff and clients.

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: One location