VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA - Texas
Are you looking for a job that makes a difference? Do you have a passion for helping others? We may be the right organization for you: VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA TEXAS.
For over 100 years VOA Texas, a faith-based and non-profit organization, has operated with a mission of “Helping America’s Most Vulnerable Reach Their Full Potential” through various programs throughout Texas. Programs are locally created, managed and delivered to provide a wide array of human services through PAID positions. Come and be a part of the passion, the mission and the tradition!
Position: Lead Residential Re-entry Monitor
Location: Avenue J - Fort Worth, TX
Rate of Pay: $13.83 per hour (Plus $4.48 p/hr additional Fringe Pay)
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
The Lead Residential Re-Entry Monitor is responsible for on-site operation of the facility, including fire and other safety and routine maintenance as set forth in VOA-TX policies and procedures to insure the protection of individual resident rights. Has responsibility for monitoring daily activities of Residential Re-Entry Monitors.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Monitors the residential staff within the facility for daily performance and compliance with applicable policies and procedures.
- Assigns shift duties to Residential Monitors and maintains chronological written records of events that occur during the shift.
- Ensures facility maintenance and monitor client housekeeping assignments.
- Observes client behavior and report abnormal behavior to supervisor in a timely manner and in a manner consistent with the situation.
- Obtains UA's and BA's to monitor client substance use.
- Makes periodic tours of the facility and its grounds, monitoring number of clients in facility, their activities and activities of visitors.
- Maintains and audits client sign in/out folders, medication logs, and visitor logs; submits written report to Facility Director outlining deficiencies.
- Controls contraband in facility through observations, general pat searches, and room searches and documents all deficiencies.
- Monitors the documentation of all disciplinary action to ensure accuracy and timeliness of reports.
- Monitors the self-administration of all medication to clients and document the activity, and conducts unannounced audits of medication log sheets.
- Performs partial intakes on new or transferred clients, issue keys, linen, lock, and bed. Ensure property inventory is conducted on all new arrivals.
- Ensures client fire and other safety measures are adhered to, including at least monthly fire drills as directed.
- Ensures that the personal possessions of clients who are temporarily absent are immediately inventoried and secured.
- Coordinates major repairs with the Facility Director.
- Ensures client compliance with VOA-TX policies and procedures, standard operating procedures, and sponsoring agency requirements.
- Assists clients with short-term coping and problem solving.
- Performs partial intake on new clients, including linen issue and room assignment and conduct personal property inventory for new clients.
- Transports clients in agency vehicle to and from scheduled meetings (AA/NA) or other locations as required.
- Ensures compliance with VOA-TX policies and procedures, standard operating procedures, and sponsoring agency requirements.
- Maintains operational control of the facility in the absence of Facility Director.
- Assists supervisor with budget control activities, e.g., conserving resources, reducing utilities cost, avoiding waste, reducing overtime, etc.
- Promotes an organizational culture that fosters passion for the mission, cooperation, open and frequent communication, teamwork, and is in alignment with the organizational vision.
- Attends all required meetings and trainings.
- Requires regular attendance and punctuality during the scheduled shift to perform the above essential functions.
High school diploma or equivalency required.
Valid Texas Drivers’ License and ability to be insured.
Volunteers of America Texas offers a rich benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD, Life Insurance, Vacation and Sick time, other optional benefits and a retirement plan.
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