Shelter Specialist

Status:
Part-Time, Non-Exempt | Payrate: $20.50/Hour |

Schedule:

Sunday 7:00 a.m.

- 3:00 p.m., Monday - Wednesday & Saturday 11:00 a.m.

- 3:00 p.m.

Job Summary:

The Shelter Specialist is responsible for providing supportive services and logistical support to the Emergency Shelter Program during designated shifts. Key duties include assisting with shelter setup, maintaining the cleanliness of the facility, and conducting neighborhood patrols. This role also requires crisis intervention and trauma-informed service delivery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Shelter Support Goal:
Ensure a safe and client-focused environment for guests to quickly end their homelessness

Assist in the implementation of shelter activities to ensure quality, guest-focused, and trauma-informed delivery of services

Encourage and discuss progress toward housing with shelter guests

Assist with shelter setup and maintenance

Maintain cleanliness and safety of the facility, including emptying trash cans and cleaning up spills

Assist with receiving and verifying orders from vendors, completing tally sheets

Post and update signs and service calendars

Set up and monitor audio equipment

Assist in the organization of supplies and facility needs

Conduct neighborhood patrols to minimize potential impact on the surrounding community

Administration

Goal:
Oversee administrative duties that support program services

Assist with keeping detailed daily summary sheets

Assist with record keeping and reporting

Miscellaneous

Assist with guest services and program activities if necessary

Complete ad hoc projects as appointed by Supervisor Requirements:

Experience Possess a high level of tolerance and understanding for individuals who present for services with urgent multiple case management and health needs

Ensure a client-focused, trauma-informed, and housing-focused shelter approach

Ability to perform crisis intervention as needed

General

Ability to work effectively with a diverse population; plan, organize and prioritize duties; perform crisis intervention as needed; clearly communicate information and instructions verbally and in written form; maintain a positive, professional, and safe environment while on duty; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Dependability, responsibility, and the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully

Fluency in Spanish is of significant value

Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Prolonged periods of standing and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
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