The Salvation Army Logo

The Salvation Army

Program Assistant

Posted Yesterday
Be an Early Applicant
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
20-20 Hourly
Entry level
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
20-20 Hourly
Entry level
Oversee daily operations of a residential rehabilitation program: enforce rules, conduct orientations and bed checks, supervise medication and work therapy, handle incidents and documentation, support beneficiaries with activities, transport, screening, and referrals, and maintain administrative records to ensure program compliance.
The summary above was generated by AI
Job Summary & Responsibilities

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! 
Preferred Qualifications

Required 

Education & Experience 

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent 
  • Previous managerial experience preferred 
  • Valid Driver's License with ability to qualify for Salvation Army insurance 

 

Skills & Abilities 

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities 
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills 
  • Ability to interpret technical instructions 
  • Basic mathematical and reporting abilities 
  • Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills 

 

Physical Requirements 

  • Manual dexterity for computer work 
  • Ability to lift/move up to 20 pounds 
  • Clear speaking, hearing, and vision abilities 

 

Work Environment 

  • Residential institutional setting 
  • Quiet to moderate noise level 
  • Some warehouse/store exposure 

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are returning to work, U.S. Veterans, people with disabilities, people impacted by the justice system, and people without a college degree are encouraged to apply. 

Similar Jobs

Yesterday
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
61K-77K Annually
Senior level
61K-77K Annually
Senior level
Edtech
Manage day-to-day hybrid office operations and front desk; handle vendor and building contacts; support program logistics for events and participant travel; process reimbursements, invoices, and financial reconciliation; create operational processes and special reports; coordinate leader calendar and project support.
Top Skills: Adobe AcrobatmacOSMS OfficePcPowerPoint
2 Days Ago
In-Office
32-32 Hourly
Senior level
32-32 Hourly
Senior level
Edtech • Professional Services • Social Impact
Provide administrative, operational, and programmatic support across Residence Life, Off-Campus Living, Food Pantry/basic needs, Health Promotion, and Student Conduct. Manage budgets, websites, communications, data collection, appointments, outreach, events, and student support; coordinate projects, supervise student employees, and serve as a primary resource for students, families, faculty, and community partners.
Junior
Edtech
Provide administrative and student-services support for eight undergraduate business minors: respond to email inquiries, hold office hours, monitor dashboards, assist with enrollment and degree confirmation tasks, update program materials, support communications and marketing, coordinate travel and events, and help plan/attend annual program activities.
Top Skills: MS OfficeOutlookTeamsZoom

What you need to know about the Chicago Tech Scene

With vibrant neighborhoods, great food and more affordable housing than either coast, Chicago might be the most liveable major tech hub. It is the birthplace of modern commodities and futures trading, a national hub for logistics and commerce, and home to the American Medical Association and the American Bar Association. This diverse blend of industry influences has helped Chicago emerge as a major player in verticals like fintech, biotechnology, legal tech, e-commerce and logistics technology. It’s also a major hiring center for tech companies on both coasts.

Key Facts About Chicago Tech

  • Number of Tech Workers: 245,800; 5.2% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
  • Major Tech Employers: McDonald’s, John Deere, Boeing, Morningstar
  • Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, fintech, software, logistics technology
  • Funding Landscape: $2.5 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
  • Notable Investors: Pritzker Group Venture Capital, Arch Venture Partners, MATH Venture Partners, Jump Capital, Hyde Park Venture Partners
  • Research Centers and Universities: Northwestern University, University of Chicago, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Institute of Technology, Argonne National Laboratory, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account