Shelter supervisor

Mission: Talbot Interfaith Shelter (TIS) is dedicated to ending the cycle of homelessness on Maryland’s Mid-Shore by providing Shelter, Stability, Support, and a path to Success for families and individuals in need.

Please note this position is guaranteed 16 hours, if candidate is willing to do a double shift--Sundays from 4pm - 11:59 pm and 12 am -8 am on Monday (overnight). More hours are regularly available when other supervisors need time off. Those substitute shifts could be 8 am - 4 pm on weekends; 4 pm - 12 am and 12 am - 8 am throughout the week. TIS is staffed 24/7/365.

The essential functions include but are not limited to …
 Maintain a safe, supportive environment within the shelter.
 Monitor facility to maintain safety of clients and shelter space.
 Assist clients with shelter routines.
 Support clients in following all shelter procedures.
 Help clients work through conflict with others living in the shelter.
 Keep shelter clean, restocked and up to TIS standards.
 Communicate observations and interactions with clients to shelter Director of Operations and Executive Director.
 Intervene in client crises under the direction of shelter management.
 Greet visitors to the shelter warmly and professionally.
 Participate in program and staff meetings and relevant trainings as required.
 Complete incident reports as advised by Director.
 Adhere to agency policy, procedures and professional code of ethics.
 Complete all duties as assigned. Other duties as required.

Qualifications:
 One- year experience working with homeless population preferred.
 Ability to maintain clear personal and professional boundaries.
 Ability to work effectively in constantly changing and sometimes demanding environment.
 Experience working with a diverse population, with sensitivity to differences in culture, religion, sexual orientation, race, age, and physical and mental illness.
 Ability to remain alert and on duty throughout shifts, even overnight.
 Ability to respond responsibly in emergency and crisis situations.
 Ability to communicate well both orally and in written form, and follow detailed instructions.
 Computer skills including use of email and Microsoft Word.
Please include a cover letter and resume.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

Hours per week:

• 16

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
• A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks - learn more at https://start.indeed.com/fair-chance)
• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19