Program Assistant

Resident Manager

 

Location: 2258 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60614

Pay: $20.00/ Hour
Job Type: Full Time/40 Hours

About the Role 

At The Salvation Army Thrift Store, your work helps turn donations into funding for programs that support people in our community. You will be responsible for maintaining the integrity, philosophy, and standards of our effective rehabilitation program. This role is crucial in ensuring program compliance while supporting our beneficiaries' recovery journey. 

What You’ll Do 

Program Management 

• Enforce house rules and maintain overall center security 

• Conduct new beneficiary orientations including facility tours 

• Lead weekly house meetings 

• Supervise medication calls and ensure proper documentation 

• Respond to beneficiary inquiries and emergencies 

• Complete incident reports and Safe From Harm documentation 

• Conduct regular bed checks 

 

Beneficiary Support 

• Implement and coordinate leisure time activities 

• Provide safe transportation when needed 

• Assist in resolving beneficiary problems 

• Train and supervise work therapy assignments 

• Assess and refer spiritual needs to Chaplain/Administrator 

• Administer drug and alcohol screening tests as required 

 

Administrative Duties 

• Maintain daily reports and electronic data entries 

• Document program violations and incidents 

• Participate in professional development training 

• Support center policies and procedures 

• Monitor and ensure program compliance 

Why Join Us 

• Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community 

• On-the-job training 

• Team-oriented environment 

• Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more!