What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shelter Staff Generalist position at LiFEBoat Services?
Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Shelter Worker to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential support and services to individuals experiencing houselessness or crisis situations. You will be responsible for fostering a safe and supportive environment, assisting clients with their immediate needs, and helping them navigate available resources. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, some experience working vulnerable populations, and a commitment to empowering individuals in their journey toward stability.
This job offers the opportunity to become trained and certified as a Peer-Support Specialist and Certified Recovery Mentor. CPR and First Aid training is required and offered as a part of this position.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support to shelter guests, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Assist clients with basic needs and referrals.
- Perform intake paperwork and maintain accurate records of client interactions and services provided.
- Oversee evening and overnight shelter operations, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
- Light meal prep and kitchen clean-up.
- Communicate effectively with clients to understand their needs and provide appropriate resources.
- Implement behavior management strategies to support guests in achieving personal goals.
- Collaborate with community organizations to connect clients with additional services such as housing, employment, and healthcare.
- Conduct oneself in a calm, mature and trauma-informed way at all times.
Requirements
- Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work well with others.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to manage challenging behaviors with empathy and professionalism.
- A commitment to supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds in a shelter environment.
- Willingness to learn and grow under the mentorship of organizational leaders.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Ability to Commute:
- Astoria, OR 97103 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Astoria, OR 97103: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25