Veteran Service Assistant

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: 15105 6TH STREET - March Aire Reserve Base, CA 92518Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $18.66 - $23.33 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: DayJob Category: Entry LevelLooking for a rewarding position? How would you like to serve those who served?

If you are looking for an opportunity to work for a great organization & make a difference, this is the job for you!

Come & join our winning team!

Benefits include Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision and Company matching 401K

The Veteran Service Assistant reports directly to the Veteran Service Coordinator or Lead Veteran Service Assistant at the designated U.S.VETS site. The Veteran Service Assistant assists in the daily implementation of day-to-day basic residential services.

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

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

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

Assists with weekly cleaning of client room and other common-use areas around the site

Performs other duties as assigned

QualificationsRequirements

High School Diploma or equivalent

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

Valid driver’s license preferred. If driving company vehicles, must meet company insurance requirements and complete a provided driver training course

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

U.S.VETS subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. It is our policy to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, U.S.VETS intends to comply fully with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and the information requested on this application will be used only for purposes consistent with those laws.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT - REQUEST FOR

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

In accordance with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is U.S.VETS’ policy to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants who request accommodation during the application process in order that the applicant may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, you or someone else may submit your request to U.S.VETS in any of the following ways: by telephone 213-542-2600 and ask for the HR Assistant]; or by U.S. Mail or hand delivery: U.S.VETS, 800 West 6th Street, Suite 1505, Los Angeles, CA 90017, Attention: Human Resources – Job Applicant Request

Mission Statement

U.S.VETS’ mission is the successful transition of military veterans and their families through the provision of housing, counseling, career development, and comprehensive support.

Rev. 01/30/24