What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shelter Advocate - Days or Overnight Shift position at Open Door HousingWorks?
POD Village Shelter Staff
Positions & Wage Details:
- Support Staff - $21 per hour
Hours: up to 40 hours per week
Position Temporary: Starts immediately
Location: Hillsboro
POSITION SUMMARY:
Open Door HousingWorks has a long history of helping people experiencing homelessness in Washington County. We are seeking responsible and compassionate people to help operate our Safe Rest PODS village shelter opening soon!
Available positions will work three to four 12-hour shifts either daytime (7am-7pm) or nighttime (7pm-7am) overseeing the shelter for approximately 30-40 guests.
Reports to: Site Manager
Employment Status: Seasonal, temporary, non-exempt
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to display a non-judgmental attitude, and a willingness to learn new skills.
- Demonstrate ability to work independently, problem solve, and complete tasks in a timely manner.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work in an environment where people may be verbally or physically hostile.
- Ability to work courteously with the general public, participants, and co-workers.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and necessary paperwork.
- Ability to learn and apply training instruction.
- Professional maintenance of appropriate boundaries.
- Sufficient manual dexterity and physical ability to perform assigned tasks.
- Physical ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, pull and lift heavy objects.
- Responsible for checking in guests during designated check-in time
- Responsible for supervising guests and responding quickly and appropriately to any potential issues or conflicts that may arise.
- Check in guests each day and secure/check bags
- Facilitate Timely Transitions for Guests
- Responsible for setup, dinner, and additional operation shelter needs in the evenings with a focus on customer service and cleanliness
- Prep dinner for serving
- Serve dinner restaurant style to all guests
- Sanitize and wipe down tables, chairs, and surface areas of kitchen
- Ensure a clean and sanitary environment throughout the entire shelter.
- Distribute linens for the beds (sheet, pillow/pillowcase, blanket)
- Responsible for supervising guests and responding quickly and appropriately to any potential issues or conflicts that may arise.
- Make any notes in the logbook overnight
- Must remain awake during entire shift to monitor shelter activity
- Responsible for supervising guests and responding quickly and appropriately to any potential issues or conflicts that may arise.
- Prep breakfast to-go bags for guests in the morning
- Ensure that guests are woken at designated times and transitioned to checking out of the shelter.
- Ensure a clean and sanitary environment throughout the entire shelter.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Understanding of Housing First and Harm Reduction models.
- Must be able pass a pre-employment drug screen, TB test, and background check.
- Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, political affiliation, cultural backgrounds, life-styles, and sexual orientations and treat each individual with respect and dignity.
Pay: Up to $21.00 per hour
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21