04/04/2021
We are hiring for one full-time Evening and Overnight* Guide AND one part-time Weekend and Per Diem Guide
Both are non-exempt positions that will be supervised by the Seeker Care / Guide Manager
*The Overnight Guide is a “sleeping, but awake when needed,” position.
Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Seeker & Guide Manager, assists Seekers (residents) during day-to-day activities. As an evening guide, assist or leads weeknight evening activities as needed. On Overnights, is aware of Seeker needs through the night and guide them in self and living space care, preparing for sleep, and rising and preparing for the day. On weekends, guide seekers through activities such as preparing meals, gardening, hiking, cleaning, self-care and other mindful activities to promote presence of body, soul (mind), and spirit.
Responsibilities
Accompany Seekers through all scheduled activities.
Creatively inspire and motivate Seekers to participate in activities and carry out designated responsibilities.
Teach life skills such as self and personal space care, community living and self-regulation / management.
Facilitate administration of medication and supplements as needed.
Facilitate off-campus outings / events / appointments for residents. This includes hikes, swimming, biking.
Frequently check and respond, as appropriate, to communication related to work.
Write and contribute to reports as needed or appropriate.
Attend staff meetings and training as scheduled or requested.
Perform checks of resident rooms and belongings as is warranted and needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills - Needs to be great to Excellent in all areas
Confidentiality
Computer
Customer and Personal Service
Critical Thinking
Judgment and Decision Making
Technical writing
Time management.
Oral and written communication
Active Listening and Discernment.
Non-verbal communication and social cues
Process oriented
Problem Sensitivity
Centering and Grounding
Tension Reduction
Active Learning and Problem solving
Flexible
Collaborative
Polite and Respectful
Self-Care.
Cooking, cleaning and Gardening
Wilderness Survival Skills
CHARACTER QUALITIES and WORK STYLE
Passion and Support fo Inner Fire’s vision and mission
Srong inner peace, grounded and stable
Positive
Belief in healing capacity of humans
Openess to change (positive or negative)
Creative, flexible, inspiring and motivated
Compassionate, gentle, self-confident
Calm and Quiet
Independent and self-led, takes initiative
Leader
Self-control
Detail oriented
Maintains privacy
Integrity
Dependable
Achievement oriented
Persistent
Good at holding Boundaries
Flexible
ENVITRONMENTAL FACTORS
Duties may include work outside of regular work hours.
Travel may be required for which a reliable means of personal transportation must be available.
Must be able to hike long distances – up to 8 miles in a day.
Must be able to move and respond quickly, and run long distances if necessary
Must be able to physically handle, lift, hold, reach with and move heavy objects
Must be able to bend over for longer periods of time and to lift and move wood
Must be able to place and receive e-mail, telephone and in-person communication with employees and the general public.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION - Bachelor’s degree preferred. Combination of education and work experience may be considered as a substitute for Bachelor’s degree.
EXPERIENCE- Preference is given to those with experience in any of the following: 1-2 years of Health and Human Services, Social Work, Case Management, Mental Health, Addiction services and / or adults tapering off psychotropic medications, Waldorf Education and Anthroposophically inspired work.
TRAINING - Preference is given to those trained in:
Motivational Interviewing
Non-Violent Communication
Tension reduction such as Handle with Care or CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute).
Crisis Management
CERTIFICATIONS
OSHA level First Aid and CPR (Required)
