Summary
The primary role of the Support & Recovery Advocate (SRA) is to encourage personal growth through recovery-based support as well as providing daily living support to KIM clients in their home and in the community. SRA’s will strive to motivate and encourage clients toward Community Protection (CP) graduation as they follow their therapist’s Treatment Plan. KIM is looking for flexible candidates to work a minimum of two shifts per week and one mandatory on-call weekend once per month.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
You must work a minimum of 2 shifts per week.
You must work a mandatory on-call weekend once a month.
Supervise clients’ daily activities and living conditions to ensure adequate health and safety.
Transport clients to and from all activities and appointments and/or arrange transportation services as appropriate.
Complete all forms, reports, and data sheets for caseload.
Coordinate individualized programs for clients and document activity thoroughly.
Help clients with useful emotional and behavioral regulation techniques as outlines in their individual plans.
Follow the therapist’s Treatment Plan and complete goals resulting in graduation from the CP Program.
Assist with client money management such as petty cash, receipts, checkbook and EBT’s.
Communicate with medical offices, pharmacies, and the nurse delegator for medications and appointments
Administer correct medications to clients and document the activity accordingly, (if applicable).
All training required for this position is paid and will be provided by KIM
High school graduate or equivalent (required)
Intermediate experience with supporting living, preferably with individuals developmentally or otherwise disabled adults.
Skills and Qualifications
Criminal background check cleared before working alone unsupervised with the clients.
Valid driver’s license or State ID.
Reliable vehicle and Car insurance.
Ability to follow instructions, organize and set priorities.
Effective communication skills, including active listening, writing, speaking and reading comprehension.
Ability to encourage introspection, connection, and ambition (required)