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JOB REQUIREMENTS: To apply for this position, scroll down to the bottom of this page and click the button that reads: \ APPLY NOW\ Returning Applicant? Login Now Start Over with Job Search Wisconsin Community Services is an ). Resident Care Worker - Outpatient Plus: Recovery House (Sankofa) Job Code:2023-SPECIALI-015 Location:Milwaukee Department:Outpatient Plus: Recovery House FT/PT Status:Full Time Job Responsibilities: RESIDENT CARE WORKER Outpatient Plus: Recovery House (Sankofa) Wisconsin Community Services WCS is a nonprofit human services organization that works with individuals to overcome adversity. We believe that all services should be person-centered, strength-based, trauma-informed and culturally competent. We seek compassionate, highly motivated, talented candidates to join our dedicated staff. Position Summary: This position provides supportive, recovery-oriented interaction and monitoring of individuals with substance use and co-occurring needs, residing in the WCS Recovery House. Essential Functions: Monitor resident and guest activity to ensure safety at the Recovery House. Make hourly rounds to monitor the environment of the Recovery House. Act as a role model for residents and guests. Interact with residents in a recovery focused, strength based, trauma informed, and person-centered manner. Conduct regular wellness checks to ensure resident safety. Document all resident contacts and incidents in the resident\'s file. Use verbal de-escalation techniques (Vistelar), intervene as necessary to prevent harmful situations or behaviors from escalating. Utilize Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Informed Care, Strength-Based Recovery as primary skills/tools to enhance resident\'s participation and success. Record and relay resident inquiries to Program Manager. Responsible for responding to general inquiries (phone and door). Responsible for greeting guests and keeping check-in and check-out log. Maintain the security of the building and the sanitation of the building to ensure security and safety of all residents, staff, and public. Communicate (timely and accurately) all resident and facilities incidents to Program Manager. Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADL) as needed. Notify Program Manager of any emergencies and contact as needed. Other Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Other job-related duties as may be necessary to carry out the responsibilities of the position. Job Qualifications: Minimal Qualifications and Salary Schedule: High School diploma/equivalency required No less than 1 year of experience serving adults with substance use and co-occurring needs. Additional education may substitute for some experience. Must be able to pass an agency background check, drug test, and caregiver background check. Other Duties and Responsibilities: Other job-related duties as may be necessary to carry out the... For full info follow application link. Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Disability/Vet) ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/CE49D0898C454BAA