Part-Time Relief Shelter Worker (Evenings 4pm-12am and other shifts as needed)

Lazarus House Ministries started 42 years ago with a challenge from Mother Teresa (yes, THAT Mother Teresa) to a Marist Brother to make a difference in Lawrence. In the decades since, Lazarus House has earned a reputation as a trusted faith-based nonprofit in the Merrimack Valley. Food, shelter, clothing and advocacy are our core strengths and we are committed to innovating to serve our community’s evolving needs best.

Position Summary:

These part-time (various shifts primarily on weekends) positions are responsible for preparing meals, cleaning, laundry, organizing and providing support to Guests in a Ministry based approach to ensure the atmosphere of the Emergency Shelter is a safe, stable, structured and supportive one.

Position Description:

• Interact with Guests in a respectful manner, treating all with dignity and respect, with a tone and understanding that all employees are there to serve and support our Guests.
• Prepare meals and clean up afterward for groups of 20 (based on appropriate shift).
• Launder, fold and put away/distribute Guest clothing and Emergency Shelter materials such as sheets, towels, etc.
• Complete assigned cleaning and organizational tasks based on the assigned shift.
• Orient newly arriving Guests to Emergency Shelter protocols and policies.
• Support Guests including registering, checking-in, monitoring, and assessing behavior and overall well-being during day-to-day routines.
• Ensure Guests relinquish medications to staff when entering the Emergency Shelter and that medications remained locked until the need for distribution to the appropriate Guest at the appropriate time.
• Observe and assess Guest behavior and proactively de-escalate potentially challenging situations. Monitor overall Emergency Shelter environment for safety.
• Assist Guests in maintaining goals and life skills. Assist and support in problem-solving skills.
• Use communication tools effectively including documentation and shift change to bring forward any Guest and Emergency Shelter issues and occurrences that take place while on shift.
• Work with multi-disciplinary Emergency Shelter staff to identify potential challenges and provide input for solutions to Emergency Shelter Director and other staff members.
• Train, assist and provide direction for volunteers in the Emergency Shelter.
• Fulfill other position related duties as required.

Lazarus House Ministries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience cooking for groups of 20 do you have?
• Do you speak both conversational Spanish and English?
• Have you ever worked with individuals experiencing homelessness? If so, can you share your experience?

Ability to Commute:

• Lawrence, MA 01841 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $17