Shelter Host (FT & PT available)

Seeking a Full-Time & Part-Time Shelter Host

Position based in Port Townsend, Washington.

Mission: To strengthen community through housing, advocacy, and human services supporting social and economic independence.

Position Summary:
The Shelter Host at Bayside Housing & Services is responsible for providing oversight of the shelter and assisting with meals, guest interactions, set-up, and clean-up. This role ensures the health and safety of unhoused adults in need of transitional shelter by adhering to agency rules and regulations and maintaining the cleanliness of the shelter.

Starting: $20.00 DOE

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Guest Services:

• Welcome and record attendance for participants; monitor participant movement.
• Screen and intake individuals requesting shelter services.
• Ensure new guests understand program requirements, rules, and regulations.
• Provide assistance and guidance to shelter clients regarding rules and regulations, such as smoke breaks, meals, and cleaning tasks.
• Report infractions and address conflicts among participants, de-escalating potentially violent situations.

Facility Oversight:

• Oversee clients performing chores, prompting them to clean sleeping areas, take out garbage, and help clean facility restrooms and other areas.
• Monitor participant activities and food distribution.
• Ensure logbook and lock box are secured when not in use.
• Report repair needs and other concerns to the supervisor promptly.
• Monitor grounds to prevent loitering and ensure participants adhere to rules, especially related to unsafe behaviors.
• Enforce shelter rules as mutually agreed upon by guests/clients at intake.

Administrative Duties:

• Enter information into the logbook and privately discuss issues and updates with other shift monitors.
• Complete required training and maintain compliance with health and safety standards.
• Food Handlers card required

Required Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior experience with shelter environments, substance abuse, mental health disorders, or working with individuals in crisis or homeless programs preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check required.

Desired Qualifications:

• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Training in First Aid, Mental Health First Aid, Trauma-Informed Care, Managing Difficult Clients, and De-escalation.
• Familiarity with referral resources and confidentiality protocols.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Access to transportation and flexibility.
• Must live in Jefferson County or make plans to move to Jefferson County.
• Access to a reliable vehicle that can travel in various weather conditions.
• Experience with data entry and maintenance in HMIS: Homeless Management Information System.
• Strong attendance and punctuality.
• Commitment to safety and security procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Physical Activities and Requirements:

• Regularly required to use hands, reach with arms, and communicate effectively.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• Indoor work environment with moderate noise levels.
• May be exposed to infection, germs, contagious diseases, blood, body fluids, or potentially contaminated materials.
• PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) will be provided/available.
• Weekend and overnight shifts required.
• Availability for on-call duties as required.

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To Apply: 
Submit a letter of interest and resume to kimber@baysidehousing.org

For more information about Bayside Housing & Services, please visit www.baysidehousing.org 

Position based in Port Townsend, Washington.

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20