What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Support Worker (Evenings) position at Open Door Mission?
Evening Family Support Worker
Join the Open Door Mission's team of dedicated staff who are committed to full-time Christian ministry and breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty!
ABOUT THIS POSITION
Family Support Workers at Lydia House fill the important role of providing direct guest services and communication, including support of case managers and other staff. The Lydia House houses women and families in need of shelter, safety, recovery, and more. Family Support Workers have the opportunity to build direct relationships with these women and make a positive impact in their lives!
RESPONSIBILITIES
A full job description will be provided for review during the interview process.
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Oversee the house – answer questions and meet needs of guests, resolving issues as they arise.
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Perform intakes for new guests accurately and thoroughly.
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Perform daily routine tasks including regular medication access to guests, supervision of mealtimes, and performing bed checks and chore checks.
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Maintain accurate documentation on guests.
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Exemplify Jesus Christ and share the gospel as opportunities arise.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- A visible relationship with Christ, regularly attending a Bible-believing church
- The ability to share the gospel as opportunities arise.
- High School diploma or GED
- Acceptable driving record and a valid driver’s license
- Experience in human services or ministry
AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD HAVE...
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Experience working with women & families in crisis (eg. addiction recovery, mental health, domestic violence, homelessness).
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Compassion to help those in need, as well as firmness in upholding important policies and standards.
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A self-motivated and hard-working attitude.
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Great communication skills with guests as well as fellow staff members.
PERKS & AVAILABLE BENEFITS
- 401(K) plan with a 2% company contribution and 4% company match
- Health Insurance option
- Health Savings Account with employer contribution
- Flexible Spending Account
- Complimentary Life Insurance, Accidental Death/Dismemberment Insurance, and long-term disability.
- PTO and paid Sick leave
- 11 Paid Holidays
- RightNow Media Membership
- Christ-centered staff culture
- On-campus cafeteria with complimentary meals
- On-campus exercise rooms
DETAILS
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Pay Range: $15.00 - $18.00 (Hourly)
- Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly
- Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday, 3pm - 11:30pm
- Work Location: Omaha Campus, Lydia House
ABOUT OPEN DOOR MISSION
Open Door Mission is a Gospel Rescue Mission founded in 1954 committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty. Each day, Open Door Mission’s campus offers 917 safe, shelter beds to people experiencing homelessness, serves over 4,747 nutritious meals to feed the hungry, and provides homeless preventive resources to more than 1,000 people living in poverty to empower them to remain in their own homes.
At Open Door Mission, we believe in coming alongside people experiencing homelessness and poverty, empathizing with their situation and speaking truth into their lives—that they are worthy, valued and created in the image of God. It’s our passion, our calling. And we’ve been doing it since 1954.
Our Impact in 2024:
- Provided 195,125 nights of safe shelter.
- Served 2.0 million nutritious meals to feed the hungry.
- Empowered 33,123 individuals to remain in their own homes and preventing homelessness.
- Celebrated 77 graduates from life-changing programs.
- Helped 311 individuals achieve stable housing.
- Provided a Learning Center and Tutoring Lab for 94 children.
- Assisted 404 men and women in finding employment.
Apply today to join the team that's inspiring HOPE for lasting change in our community!
Salary : $15 - $18
