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Samaritas Family Support Specialist in Westland, Michigan
Position Details
Do you have Family Support Specialist experience?
We have full time/part time/flex openings at our Westland Family Homeless Center.
Welc ome to Samaritas Nation!
Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it is consistent with our mission, values and the services our faith-based company provides.
APPLY TODAY! #BeTheRock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve!
This role has a $15/hour wage.
What's In It For You
Some of the benefits you may receive are:
Contingent
Retirement Plan (403b) – Contributions
Awesome Employee Discounts
Full Time/Part TimeCompetitive Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment
Company paid Basic Life Insurance ($10,000 minimum for each full time and part time employee)
Company paid Short Term Disability accrual (Full time employees)
Retirement Plan (403b) - Company matches on first 1.5% of gross income at 133%
Great Personal Time Off (PTO) accruals
Awesome Employee Discounts
Plus many more benefits
Assists families in daily living in accordance with their individual case plan.
Duties and Responsibilities
Complete assignments to support resident service plans and Centers' programs in accordance with Center, Division and contract requirements.
Document all relevant shift activity in 'log book' according to Center policy.
Review resident log daily and document resident activities daily.
Assist in conducting telephone and walk-in intakes for prospective residents; make referrals to community resources and services.
Provide medications in accordance with resident's medical chart; document in resident chart.
Monitor residents' behaviors; report incidents/violations orally and in writing to Program Manager.
Prepare and distribute meals for residents; maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas on assigned shift to include but not limited to dishwashing.
Perform housekeeping duties in resident rooms, including but not limited to cleaning, vacuuming, wiping, sanitizing, and preparation of vacant resident rooms. Serve as a mentor to Family Support Workers. Provide initial and ongoing training as required.
Job Qualifications
Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification
Training or college courses in social work or human services preferred.
Required to attain and maintain Food Handler's Basic certification.
Experience
One year experience providing direct service to clients in social services, residential or a community service setting preferred.
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Requisition Number2023-9706
Employee TypeFull time, Part Time, and Contingent Openings
Hours Per Pay PeriodMultiple Hours Available
ShiftMultiple Shifts Available
Work HoursMultiple Shift Work Hours Available
Weekends and/or Holidays RequiredYes
On Call RequiredNo
Position LocationUS-MI-Westland