PT Program Operations Specialist - Evangeline's House

Program Operations Specialist Evangeline's House provides temporary shelter, care, compassion, meals, and supervision for up to six Washington State Foster Care youth and emerging adults in emergency placement situations for a maximum of 30 days while awaiting placement. The Program Operations Specialist working in Evangeline's House: Attend monthly staff meetings & trainings Training Tracts – required readings & reports for one year Work well within a team Communicate program needs & client needs to supervisors Directly supervise youth in care Be able to communicate effectively with professional agencies and administration Actively lead, participate in the client's daily activities including, meal times, sports activities, learning activities, swimming, field trips & tutoring Follow posted schedules unless directed otherwise by a supervisor Document client's daily activities Model appropriate social and interpersonal behaviors for youth in care Assist youth in identifying and meeting their physical needs Follow and ensure compliance of all Child Safety policies and procedures Ensure HIPPA. WAC guidelines, contract, licensing and local policy and procedures compliance Properly implement behavior management (de-escalation and restraint) Comply with youth disciplinary guidelines Offer guidance to the youth as needed Clean the facility when needed Do laundry when needed Assist with snow removal when necessary Serve food to the youth at meal times, as well as provide snacks throughout the day Maintain facility security by ensuring windows and doors are locked; report any security concerns. Contribute to a positive morale in the program. Develop positive, professional relationships with coworkers Accompany youth to school and appointments as needed (driving, riding or walking) All other duties as assigned

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.