GSA - Overnight 3rd Shift

JOB DESCRIPTION: Guest Service Agent

DEPARTMENT: Engagement Center

REPORTS TO: GSA Supervisor

FLSA STATUS: Hourly – Nonexempt

CLASSIFICATION: Full Time (40 HRS)

Shift: Overnight 11p - 7:30a

COMPENSATION: $15/hr plus employee benefit package

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by an incumbent in this position. This position may be required to perform job related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. The description is not a contract or guarantee any kind, can be changed or eliminated at any time and does not alter the at – will status of all non – contractual employees.

The Guest Service Agent will provide program support services overnight and in the morning. Provide welcoming, attentive customer service to our clients through utilization of knowledge and proficiency in all aspects of GSA duties. Position is responsible for expanding their knowledge of services available for target population through continuing education (training) opportunities and willingness to learn new tasks. This position must maintain the security and confidentiality needed for this type of specialized program.

The Guest Service Agent must be available to intervene in conflict or crisis situations and is responsible for maintaining documentation, ensuring the smooth operation of programs during their assigned hours. The Guest Service Agency will work with other staff and volunteers to create a supportive community, helping to meet the needs of each resident.

• Promote exceptional customer service for our guests/clients during all stages of their visit
• Function as a team member at all times by communicating effectively and diplomatically, being approachable and willing to assist coworkers, maintaining a positive and proactive attitude, and promoting interdepartmental communication and cooperation
• Provide service tickets and/or directions on where and how to access services at GWC
• Manage phone system and properly direct incoming calls
• Provide appropriate referrals to community services based on client request(s) ·
• Maintain a shift log of activities
• Assess and respond to resident crises or conflicts
• Assess and manage emergencies according to Gateway Center’s emergency protocol
• Identify appropriate responses to emergency protocol triggers
• Identify when external assistance is needed and contact appropriate party (i.e. supervisor, law enforcement, medical assistance, etc.)
• Monitor the safety and security of the facility and/or dorms
• Participate in the ongoing development of shelter safety and emergency
• Work to increase level of cultural sensitivity, awareness and competency

• High school diploma with a minimum of two (2) years of experience or social services experience in a recovery environment will be considered
• Strong organizational skills and commitment to substance abuse and disease concept focused treatment models
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills ·
• Proficient in Outlook and Microsoft Word and other Software Packages

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel;

reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable…