What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Shelter Advocate Part-time 2nd weekday/weekends position at Hebron House of Hospitality?
Seasonal Dec 16th-Feb 28th
Ensure smooth operation of the homeless shelter, enforce the rules of the shelter while providing support for the guests
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Meet with guests to answer questions; follow progress of guests and their goals
- Help guests access services provided by programs in the community
- Answer and respond to phone calls from guests and others requiring guidance and/or support
- Perform eligibility screening and intakes
- De-escalate situations and settle disagreements
- Monitor and maintain shelter facilities; identify and resolve health and safety hazards; prepare beds/rooms for new guests; stock food and supplies daily
- Clean and organize shelter
- Oversee chores and activities of guests
- Participate in regular meetings with the program/other shelter staff
- Participate in regular on-going training when scheduled
- Perform other duties as assigned by the House Lead or Director of Operations
QUALIFICATIONS
- Reliable and dependable in attendance and in performing job-related tasks
- Ability to follow through with commitments and meet deadlines
- Willing to be flexible with work schedule
- General knowledge of human services, both public and private
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
- Ability to communicate effectively; includes reading, writing, training, listening
- Some physical demands such as lifting up to 10 lbs., ability to climb stairs, light housekeeping, and other tasks as needed.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20