Client Care Specialist; 2nd Shift + Shift Differential - Part Time

Position: Client Care Specialist (2nd Shift + Shift Differential) - Part Time

Location: Syracuse, NY

Job : 833

# of Openings: 1

Client Care Specialist – Part Time - Emergency Shelter
Schedule
:
Thursdays through Saturdays- 3:30pm-10:00pm |
Rate of pay
:$18.50 per hour

Join the Rescue Mission Team!

The Rescue Mission is seeking a 2nd Shift Part Time Client Care Specialist
to work from 3:30pm-10:00pm
in our Syracuse Emergency Shelter. The Client Care Specialist maintains a safe and supportive environment for clients, utilizing the resources of the Rescue Mission to ensure a healthy and pleasant stay and provide an environment of positive change.

Additional Duties:

This position develops rapport with clients and provides support, encouragement, and motivation towards building and/or maintaining independence while maintaining appropriate professional employee-client boundaries at all times. Participates as a team player to provide the best possible care for every client who enters Rescue Mission facilities by completing rounds, monitoring facilities, facilitating drug and breathalyzer tests, giving out personal care items and bedding, enforcing guidelines as appropriate and referring clients to appropriate internal services;

does so while treating clients with respect and dignity. Shares pertinent client information via documentation, participation in meetings, and on an individual basis as needed, maintaining confidentiality as appropriate, and completes trainings within 30 days of assignment.

Requirements &

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Associates degree in human services or related field or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Experience working with homeless, addicted and/or mentally ill clients desired.
• Must follow CDC guidance including wearing a mask when working.
• Full vaccination and boosted (when eligible) against Covid-19 is strongly encouraged.

Other skills needed to perform effectively include:

• Sensitivity and compassion for the homeless population.
• Interviewing/assessment skills
• Flexibility to change.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Manages time efficiently.
• Maintains a calm professional presence, even in times of being exposed to complex personalities, problems and needs of clients.

Rate of Pay:

• Starting Pay rate - $18.50 per hour.
• 2nd Shift Differential (1:00pm – 11:30pm) – Additional $1.00 per hour.

Work Schedule:

• Thursdays through Saturdays- 3:30pm-10:00pm.

Working at the Rescue Mission is a chance to have more than just a career. It is a chance to be part of a team that makes a difference every day. Our Mission and Values are practiced in our day-to-day actions throughout the organization. The Rescue Mission has been changing lives for more than 130 years with around the clock services providing help for today and hope for tomorrow.

We are proud to offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time off, Group and Voluntary Life, Short
-Term Disability and more!

• Transparent & Open Communication – The Rescue Mission encourages honest and open communication at all levels. Input and feedback are sought from all employees.
• Work/Life Balance – We are encouraged to meet our professional goals and perform at our best, but also enjoy a fulfilling life outside of the work environment.
• Continued Growth & Learning – Our organization adapts to change by providing training and development in rapidly evolving areas. We believe in routine training to improve efficiency and instill positive attitudes.
• Team Spirit – We are valued for our talents, dedication and hard work as individuals and as an overall team. This ultimately leads to a strong sense of unity among each and every one of us.

We are focused on taking care of our employees with the same caring values we have for our clients. The Rescue Mission offers a comprehensive benefits package for both our full-time and part-time employees:

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account – FSA
Company Paid Group Term Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Career Development and Growth Opportunities
Short Term Disability
401(K) Plan that includes employer contributions

Personal Illness, Accident & Cancer Insurance
Discounted Auto, Home & Renters Insurance
529 NY State College Savings Plan
Employee Assistance Plan
Empower Credit Union Membership
Thrifty Shopper Employee Discount