Job Description

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

A. BASIC PURPOSE
The purpose of the Assistant Residence Manager is to assist the Residence Manager with the beneficiaries to ensure the smooth operation of the ARP.

B. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Abide by all house rules and enforce same as outlined in the Beneficiary Handbook.
2. Ensure the safety and security of beneficiaries while on shift, being visible and available. During off-duty hours, will report on an on-call basis as needed to assist with beneficiary issues.
3. Implement and supervise leisure time activities.
4. Coordinate duties with Residence Manager.
5. Oversee front deskmen and janitorial force.
6. Conduct bed and locker checks with locker checks being completed a minimum of once per week.
7. Report all violations to Residence Manager.
8. Complete daily written reports, including incidents that are unusual or noteworthy.
9. Attend meetings as required.
10. Abide by all local, state, federal OSHA and Salvation Army safety policies.
11. Other duties as assigned by Residence Manager, Program Director or Washoe County Coordinators.

C. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
1. Basic understanding of Windows and Microsoft Office programs.
2. Strong verbal and written skills essential with the ability to read, write and comprehend the English language.
3. In recovery is a requirement. Experience working with individuals in recovery a plus.
4. One year supervisory experience.
5. Must be able to live on site a minimum of five (5) nights per week.

D. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
1. High school graduate or equivalent.
2. Valid Nevada driver’s license and acceptable MVR.
3. Complete The Salvation Army vehicle course training.

E. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis up to eight (8) hours per day
2. Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull objects
3. Ability to reach overhead
4. Ability to operate telephone
5. Ability to lift to 50 pounds
6. Ability to operate a computer
7. Ability to process written, visual, and/or verbal information
8. Ability to operate basic office equipment.

F. JOB DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGMENT:
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.