Job description

Drop In Program Assistant

Hourly, non-exempt, full time

Reports to: Director of Programs Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Travel: None

Job Summary: The Drop-In Program Assistant provides support to participants and other program staff. This program is open to participants three days a week in a social and learning environment. It is a safe, recovery-oriented opportunity for adults with mental illness. Person must be present from 7:30am – 4:00pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. Other days flexible. Candidate must be able to act with a focus on boundaries, ethics and confidentiality.

Essential functions:

• Ability to actively work in a non-judgmental, calm fashion
• Able to research and share information about appropriate resources
• Become CPR certified
• Eat lunch at the program
• Help keep current and accurate files (Intake, Emergency Contacts, progress, etc.)
• Help with the member stipend work as part of our job education
• Maintain a clean program area
• Organize and assist with activities
• Participate in webinars and other training
• Plan and conduct support groups
• Provide information for reporting of program
• Ride on CTA transportation in the morning/afternoon
• Shop for program supplies
• Work with supervisor to determine needed changes and how to implement

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to function well in a high-paced and sometimes stressful environment
• Cultural sensitivity for working with diverse populations
• Punctual with strong attendance history
• Sound judgment with the ability to handle crisis situations
• Verbal and written communication skills

Education and Experience:

• Associates degree in a mental health related field
• Computer knowledge
• May be a Peer Support Specialist

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

COVID-19 considerations:
We sanitize each day and have hand sanitizer, masks available.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Gulfport, MS 39507: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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