Reports To: Shelter Manager
Department: Program
Worksite Base: Shelter
Status: Non-Exempt; Part-time
Schedule: Sat. & Sun., 2:30 – 11:00 pm
Job Purpose: Shelter Staff provides client centered consultation and community support to clients at the Transitional Shelter.
Key Responsibilities:
- Meets with the Shelter Manager at least monthly for supervision.
- Upholds Home of the Sparrow Rules, as defined by the Shelter Rules and Philosophy document.
- Follows emergency procedures as needed.
- Relates positively to the community, representing HOS in a positive manner at all times.
- Assists in preparing rooms, binders etc. for resident move-ins and move-outs as directed by the Shelter Manager.
- Attends and fully participates in all scheduled trainings as required by the agency.
- Follows clients Individual Plans carefully.
- Provides Case Management, Client Centered Consultation, and Community Support Services to assigned clients weekly (and/or as needed).
- Documents and bills all client interventions appropriately in client charts.
- Advocates on behalf of clients when indicated.
- Provides transportation for clients as it pertains to their Individual Plans.
- Completes all weekly shelter duties as assigned by the Shelter Manager.
- Conducts weekly Safety and Maintenance Inspections.
- Counts Petty Cash each shift.
- Helps ensure that the shelter is clean, safe and in good repair.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Excellent written, verbal and communication skills;
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people;
- Ability to work independently, as well as with a team.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience working with high barrier populations preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field preferred.