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Shelter Support Specialist (weekend day shift)

Shelter Support Specialist (weekend day shift)

The Salvation Army USA Central TerritoryMonroe, MI, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Position Summary : Provide oversight to shelter guests and complete necessary paperwork, attend to the immediate needs of the guests, and encourage safe and harmonious shelter atmosphere.

Essential Responsibilities :

  • Ensure daily paperwork is completed in accordance with procedure
  • Maintain shelter policy without discrimination
  • Assist with menu planning
  • Supervise common areas, dorms, lounges, clothing closet, and laundry room
  • De-escalate conflict and manage crises as necessary, excellent verbal and written communication
  • Perform daily resident / security check on guests, rooms, and exterior of building
  • General Office duties : answering the phone, filing, typing, record keeping, recording shift summary
  • Attend all trainings and staff meetings as directed
  • Cleaning and janitorial work as required, including laundry as needed
  • Keep dryer vents clear of dust and lint
  • Assist deep cleaning of the kitchen; assist with daily cleaning as needed
  • Floor upkeep, including dining room, office, laundry room
  • Accurately track resident medications that are under the supervision of The Salvation Army
  • Clean empty rooms once resident has exited as needed
  • Communicate shelter supply needs to maintenance or corps officer
  • In absence of cook, perform kitchen duties
  • Help to resolve conflicts between residents
  • Remain on duty until replacement arrives
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Responsibilities :

  • Handle donations as needed
  • Ensure client chore are completed in a timely fashion
  • Process in-take and exit paperwork as needed
  • Help with shelter and social services laundry upon request
  • Qualifications :

    Education / Experience :

  • High School Diploma / GED desired; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
  • 1 or more years working in a shelter type environment
  • Must maintain confidentiality and comply with Safe from Harm guidelines and participate in training classes
  • Skills, Knowledge & Abilities :

  • Have and maintain ServSafe Certification, or ability to acquire certification within 1 year
  • Computer Skills :

  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office 365
  • Knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint
  • Certificates and Licenses :

  • Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
  • Have and maintain current CPR / SED / First Aid certification; or ability to gain certification within 90 days
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    Shelter Support Specialist • Monroe, MI, United States