Shelter Supervision Assistant

Shelter Supervision Assistant

Through the Gem State Public Health program, members will conduct needs assessments regarding collaborations and partnerships, and recruit potential partnerships as well as coordinate meetings, design training materials, and provide other support to public health agencies. Members will be trained in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), Sources of Strength (SOS), and safeTALK. Members will coordinate ASIST, SOS and safeTALK trainings for community members to increase the number of suicide prevention interventionists throughout Idaho. The program will offer members academic advising and the opportunity to explore degree options that focus on public health.

Member Duties : Help increase, expand, and enhance public health services offered by answering questions on community resources such as bed availability in the shelter. Assisting with making sure clients sign in / out, helping with mental health resources, and aiding staff with organizing keycards. Occasionally help staff breathalyze those coming in for services to make sure they are not intoxicated and distribute supplies as needed, interacting directly with the community. Does not supplement, duplicate, or displace Staff at site. Minimum Qualifications : Good communication skills, ability to problem solve, teachable.

Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service .

Terms : Car recommended .

Service Areas :

Health , Public Health AmeriCorps .

Skills :

General Skills , Communications , Conflict Resolution .