What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shelter Staff position at Unity Shelter?
Unity Shelter, Inc. is a provider of basic needs support, emergency shelter, and transitional housing to those experiencing homelessness in Corvallis and Benton County. Creating a safe space for people to rest, recover, and connect with supportive services is central to our mission.
Position: Shelter Staff
Reports to: Program Manager or delegate
Hours: Unity Shelter operates congregate and non-congregate shelter, staffed 24/7 with day, swing, and overnight shifts.
Position Summary: This position provides primary supervision and support for Unity Shelter's programs. Shelter Staff are expected to provide services in a manner that is trauma-informed, respects diversity, and maintains boundaries and safe shelter conditions.
Location: Multiple locations throughout Corvallis, OR.
Position Responsibilities:
- Supervise shelter activities and manage guest access.
- Assist with meal setup, supervise dinner service, and track meal counts.
- Monitor guest and resident behavior to maintain a safe environment.
- Engage with guests and residents to ensure compliance, assess needs, and provide referrals.
- Assist guests and residents with belongings, medications, and appointment reminders.
- Maintain documentation in Shelterware, including guest logs and incident reports.
- Support meal service, laundry, and shower coordination.
- Perform perimeter checks and monitor parking areas.
- Implement de-escalation, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention strategies.
- Foster a welcoming environment for guests, residents, and community members.
- Uphold confidentiality policies and communicate shelter procedures effectively.
- Other duties as needed.
Desired Skills and Experience:
- A minimum of one year of experience working with people experiencing homelessness is recommended
- Familiarity with and ability to apply trauma-informed care approaches in client interactions
- Commitment to equity and inclusion
Unity Shelter is committed to creating and harboring a diverse team of staff, interns, and volunteers. We pride ourselves in being an equal opportunity employer, and all volunteers will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion, criminal history, disability, age, or veteran status.
Unity Shelter complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for employees and volunteers with disabilities. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the interview process and/or perform essential job functions, please contact Lexi Greenley, Unity Shelter Training Coordinator.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching (eligible after 6 months of employment)
- Flexible schedule
- Free SamFit membership
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10-hour shift
- 8-hour shift
- Day shift
- Swing shift
- Overnight shift
- Holidays
- Weekends
Unity Shelter is committed to creating and harboring a diverse team of staff, interns, and volunteers. We pride ourselves in being an equal opportunity employer, and all volunteers will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion, criminal history, disability, age, or veteran status.
Unity Shelter complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for employees and volunteers with disabilities. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the interview process and/or perform essential job functions, please contact Lexi Greenley, Unity Shelter Training Coordinator
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Salary : $17
