Homeless Shelter Site Attendant Job at Mercy House Living Centers, Corona, CA

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  • Mercy House Living Centers
  • Corona, CA

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Shelter Specialist at Mercy House!

Are you passionate about supporting individuals experiencing homelessness? Do you thrive in a dynamic, client-focused environment? If so, consider joining us as a Shelter Specialist, where your compassion and skills will make a real difference.

We provide crucial support and services to those in need, aiming to swiftly transition individuals out of homelessness into stable living situations.

Position Overview:

As a Shelter Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in our Emergency Shelter Program, providing essential support and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for our guests. This role requires a flexible schedule, including weekends, mornings, evenings, and holidays. Reporting to the Emergency Shelter Site Lead, you'll need to demonstrate dependability, effective communication skills, and a respectful approach to working with diverse populations. Fluency in Spanish is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in implementing shelter activities with a focus on quality, guest-focused, trauma-informed service delivery.
  • Engage with shelter guests to encourage progress towards stable housing.
  • Support shelter setup, maintenance, and cleanliness, including trash disposal and spill cleanup.
  • Receive and verify orders from vendors, ensuring accurate records are maintained.
  • Update signs and service calendars to keep guests informed.
  • Organize supplies and address facility needs promptly.
  • Conduct neighborhood patrols to minimize community impact.
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs may be required.

Administrative Support:

  • Assist with daily summary sheets and maintain records for reporting purposes.

Additional Duties:

  • Provide support for guest services and program activities as needed.
  • Undertake special projects assigned by supervisors to enhance program effectiveness.

Qualifications:

  • Strong empathy and understanding for individuals with urgent case management and health needs.
  • Ability to perform crisis intervention and maintain a trauma-informed approach.
  • Commitment to client-focused, housing-first principles.
  • Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 403(b)
  • 403(b) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Patient demographics:

  • Adults
  • Older adults

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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