Weekend Hope Center Associate

Join JOURNEYS | The Road Home as a Weekend Hope Center Associate to spend your weekend mornings helping out at our non-profit's center in Palatine, IL! If you thrive in team environments with mission-focused work, keep reading to learn more about this part-time position!

Pay: $17.50/hour

Consistent

Schedule:

6:30 am to 2:30 pm, Saturday and Sunday mornings

Part-Time Benefits: Paid time off (PTO), a 401(k) plan, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference for the community and underserved populations

At JOURNEYS | The Road Home, our non-profit agency is dedicated to providing individuals experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity with essential shelter, social services, and housing support. We were founded in response to the increasing complexities of homelessness, a problem that continues to grow and impact people across a broader range of demographics. Our team is fueled by the belief that everyone deserves a safe place to call home, and we've built a highly inclusive and compassionate work culture where people of all identities are welcome.

If you're committed to social justice, driven by community service, and ready to make a tangible difference for the people around you, we encourage you to reach out and join us!

• An open mind to all identities and the ability to respectfully work with multicultural communities
• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate boundaries with staff, volunteers, and stakeholders
• Ability to form relationships and build rapport with people from various cultural and socioeconomic groups
• Ability to uphold our core values - Respect, Teamwork, Mission-Driven Work, and Commitment
• Ability to act quickly during emergencies
• Willingness to proactively seek constructive feedback and adapt accordingly
• Proficiency with Windows-based computers, Microsoft products, and online databases (or a willingness to be trained)
• Passion for helping underserved communities
• Collaborative team spirit
• Willingness to perform additional duties outside of the job description as needed

• Clear communication skills (verbal & written) and active listening abilities
• Ability to stay attentive, act responsibly, and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage stressors healthily
• Creative & collaborative problem-solving skills

As our part-time Weekend Hope Center Associate, you'll help keep the mornings running smoothly at our center and work with your team to maintain a comfortable environment for clients, visitors, staff, and volunteers. You'll be the warm and friendly person who greets visitors and clients, answers questions, resolves concerns, and assists with various responsibilities as needed.

Throughout your shift, you'll document the morning's activities, observations, and any incidents that occur. You'll make sure to stay knowledgeable about our emergency procedures and protocols, so you can spring into action if the need arises. Helping out with other tasks as assigned, you'll make a positive impact every weekend!

Must have the ability to pass a background check