Shelter Attendant - Overnight 12am-8am Shift

Bread of Life

TITLE: Shelter Attendant

JOB PURPOSE: Ensures a high-quality Homeless Shelter by maintaining safety and cleanliness according to established rules and regulations. Creates a responsible, positive, safe, and healthy environment amongst clients and fellow staff.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

A) Be committed to the Bread of Life mission.

B) Work as a member of a team in the performance of duties.

C) Be punctual for scheduled work and remain alert at all times, sleeping or the appearance of sleeping is strictly prohibited.

D) Work in harmonious relationships with all vendors and members of the community.

E) Perform duties in a conscientious, cooperative manner.

F) Keep work area neat/clean and maintain a professional appearance.

G) Be thoroughly knowledgeable of all Bread of Life policies and procedures.

H) To accept shared responsibility with other employees to successfully accomplish common goals.

I) To assure quality in work performed in order to facilitate the delivery of quality services.

J) Maintain confidence and protect Bread of Life by keeping information concerning clients and shelter operations confidential.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1) Maintain a safe and clean shelter, assign, and encourage clients to help with daily chores and monitor follow through.

2) Enforce shelter rules while treating clients with sensitivity, respect, and dignity.

3) Work with Case Managers to develop individual action plans. writing warnings, etc.

4) Screen clients as they come in. Conduct intakes, help clients fill out applications when necessary and complete all required documentation.

5) Respond to public telephone inquiries.

6) Perform periodic safety and security checks throughout building and property (check parking lot for unauthorized vehicles, playground toys, door alarms, smoke detectors, fire exits, escapes and extinguishers, security lights). Document any issues and report to Site Supervisor.

7) Forward mail and donations to necessary departments.

8) Update log with shift issues and complete reports when needed.

9) Complete required bed checks at the beginning and end of assigned shift.

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS NEEDED FOR POSITION:

· High School Diploma or equivalent.

· Must possess a valid Driver’s License and maintain a clean driving record.

· Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

· Experience working with people with diverse backgrounds including persons with
disabilities, behavioral health issues, and families with children

If you have any questions or you are interested in applying for this position, please feel free to contact Laura Briggs, Director of Operations at 207-626-3434

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.93 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21