Program Assistant

Program Assistant On Duty

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Pay: $12.50-$18.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time- 40hrs/weekly

Schedule: Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, overnight shifts, and holidays as needed

Benefits:

Insurance & Financial

* Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and hearing coverage

* Prescription drug plan

* Voluntary life insurance

* Competitive pension plan

* 403(b) retirement savings plan (immediate eligibility)

Paid Time Off

* Vacation days (accrual begins after first month, eligible after 90 days)

* Paid sick days

* Personal days

* Floating holidays

* Paid holidays (immediate eligibility)

About the Role

At The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center, your work helps support individuals on their journey to recovery. As a Program Assistant On Duty, you will help ensure the safety, structure, and smooth operation of the program during assigned shifts while supporting beneficiaries and maintaining program standards.

What You'll Do

• Maintain a safe, secure, and orderly environment within the facility
• Monitor beneficiary activity, movement, and adherence to program rules and schedules
• Conduct facility rounds, bed checks, and building walkthroughs
• Respond to incidents and complete required reports and documentation
• Assist with beneficiary orientation, guidance, and general support
• Lead house meetings and communicate program expectations and updates
• Support intake processes, including assessments when needed
• Oversee medication call procedures and ensure proper documentation
• Administer required testing (e.g., breathalyzer or urinalysis) as needed
• Supervise beneficiaries assigned to work therapy tasks and provide guidance
• Provide transportation for beneficiaries when assigned, following safety guidelines
• Complete daily reports and accurately document program activities and incidents
• Support recreational and program activities when scheduled

Training Provided

• Paid training on program policies, procedures, and safety protocols
• Ongoing coaching and support from leadership
• Opportunity to build experience in human services and program operations

Why Join Us

• Mission-driven work that supports recovery and community impact
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Employee Assistance Program and additional benefits