Interim Shelter Specialist

Job Details

Location:

Riverside, CA 92507

Position Type:
Interim

Education Level: Not Specified

Salary Range: $20.50 - $20.50 Hourly

Shift: Swing (Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Seasonal)

Payrate: $20.50/ Hour

Schedule:

Tuesday-Wednesday: 7:00am-3:00pm, Thursday-Friday: 6:00pm-10:00pm, Sunday: 6:00pm-11:00pm, Monday, Saturday:
Off

Seasonal position with tentative end date 07/01/2026. Please note that this end date is subject to change at any time.

Reports to:

Site Lead

Department:
Emergency Shelter

Region:
Riverside County

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.

Shelter Support

• 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
• Assist with general cleanliness and safety of 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
• Audio Equipment set up and monitoring
• Assist in the organization of supplies and facilities needs
• Conduct neighborhood patrols to minimize potential impact on the surrounding community

Administration

• 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

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
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Prolonged periods of standing and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Prolonged periods of standing and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment