Program Aide

DescriptionDEPARTMENT: JARVIE MEMORIAL FAMILY LODGEUNIT: Tacoma Citadel CorpsPOSITION TITLE: JMFL Program AideREPORTS TO: JMFL Manager/Director of Social ServicesSTATUS: Part-Time Temporary, Non-ExemptCOMPENSATION: $18.00 per hour, up to 25 hours per weekGENERAL STATEMENT:The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church and the ultimate goal of all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people. The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.SCOPE OF POSITION:The Jarvie Memorial Family Lodge Program Aide Temporary will be an essential team member for the homeless shelter program. Primarily, this may include program aide work, cooking responsibilities, entry level casework, and crisis resource management. Program Aides will be offered training opportunities in each of these areas and will expected to operate as relief for each other during vacations, sick times, and holidays. The position is temporary, and may end at any time depending on funding and department needs.ESSENTIAL PROGRAM AIDE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide assistance to residents to ensure a safe communal living environment, to include encouraging voluntary compliance with house rules and policies. Client Rights & Responsibilities can be referred to for further detail.Properly document incidents of non-compliance with house rules and policies, as well as any safety concerns. Use the required procedures for reporting process.Maintain linens and hygiene supplies for residents. Launder clothing and bedding as needed when residents move out or have soiled linens, maintaining and recording comfort care items when distributed.Provide supportive care to residents experiencing personal crisis. When indicated by circumstances, make a referral to the resident's assigned case manager or other appropriate community resources. Incidents involving an on-going threat to the well-being of the resident or to others, shall be communicated to the Director of Social Services. Potentially life-threatening situations should be reported to

Created: 2025-12-05