HOURS: Full-Time, 40 hours per week; evening and weekend work may be required.

SUMMARY: Provide direct victim services in emergency shelter program by providing transportation to appointments, jobs, and other events in order to promote independence and self-sufficiency; responsible with providing food service to shelter clients including procurement of supplies and preparation of meals and snacks; Maintaining the sanitation and cleanliness of food service areas

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Essential position requirements include but are not limited to: High school diploma or GED; Clean driving record required

Must be able to work effectively with diverse groups of clients.

Ability to work with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment

Must have excellent interpersonal, assertiveness, and organizational skills

Ability to work within agency mission, philosophy, and policies/procedures.

Must have a reliable vehicle and meet agency driving policy requirements, including a valid driver license and proof of required automobile insurance. Travel may be required.

General physical requirements include but are not limited to: bending, stooping, climbing stairs, prolonged sitting of more than 4 hours, lifting no more than 20 pounds.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

SHELTER DUTIES:

·         Responsible for nutritionally balanced menu preparation utilizing donated and purchased food. Menu must be approved by Shelter Director

·         Responsible for maintaining inventory of food on hand

·         Responsible procurement of food and food supplies after approval for such purchases.

·         Responsible for food preparation.

·         Responsible for food distribution.

·         Responsible for the ultimate cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen and dining areas per Mississippi State Department of Health Food Service Permit

·         Teach a weekly cooking/nutrition class to shelter residents

TRANSPORTATION:

·         Provide safe and efficient transportation to agency clients to access necessary services according to transportation schedule and agency needs

·         Maintain agency vehicle safety and report all maintenance needs to Director of Client Care.

·         Facilitate client group once per week regarding automobile safety, first aid, and other related life-skills topics

·         Utilize agency vehicles to pick up agency donations when requested.

AGENCY COMPLIANCE

·         Maintains accurate and thorough documentation in a timely manner reflecting all position functions and activities on database

·         Adhere to the agency’s confidentiality policies, maintaining a high-level standard of confidentiality

·         Report any known or suspected child abuse to immediate supervisor

·         Report any suspicious activity or persons

·         Attend and participate in agency staff meetings and trainings

·         Report to work on time as scheduled

·         Maintain a valid driver license and proof of required automobile insurance

·         Perform all other duties and/or participate in special projects as assigned by Shelter Director or Executive Director.

HOURS: Part-Time, 15-20-hours per week; overnight, evening, holiday, and weekend work required.

SUMMARY: Provide direct victim services in emergency shelter program; oversight oh shelter, client admissions, crisis line coverage.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Essential position requirements include but are not limited to: High school diploma or GED; 2 years of previous work in a residential setting

Must be able to work effectively with diverse groups of clients.

Ability to work with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment

Must have excellent interpersonal, assertiveness, and organizational skills

Ability to work within agency mission, philosophy and policies/procedures.

Must have a reliable vehicle and meet agency driving policy requirements, including a valid driver license and proof of required automobile insurance. Travel may be required.

General physical requirements include but are not limited to: bending, stooping, climbing stairs, prolonged sitting of more than 4 hours, lifting no more than 20 pounds.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

SHELTER DUTIES:

·         Answer all calls coming into the shelter including: crisis, information and service calls for all agency programs; office correspondence; and community referrals

·         Complete intake and enrollment documentation and orientation with new residents upon admission

·         Provide support for all residents of the shelter and ensure clients adhere to shelter procedures and guidelines

·         Addresses and document any shelter procedure violations; refers more serious violations to Residential Coordinator (RC).

·         Provides necessary supplies and clothing to shelter residents

·         Maintain following documentation/logs: Staff Diary, RA checklist, call log, medication log, incident reports, maintenance log, intake folders

·         Monitor shelter residents’ self-administration of medication and report any concerns or problems to RC.

·         Perform safety and security rounds per required schedule.

·         Conduct inventory of shelter supplies and restock as needed; notify RC of supply needs.

·         Conduct inventory of all shelter forms and make copies as needed.

·         Maintains cleanliness of shelter office areas and monitors cleanliness of shelter common areas and bedrooms

·         Report maintenance needs and/or repairs to RC.

·         Oversee and complete client discharge procedures 

AGENCY COMPLIANCE

·         Maintains accurate and thorough documentation in a timely manner reflecting all position functions and activities on Apricot database

·         Adhere to the agency’s confidentiality policies, maintaining a high-level standard of confidentiality

·         Report any known or suspected child abuse to immediate supervisor

·         Report any suspicious activity or persons

·         Attend and participate in agency staff meetings and trainings

·         Report to work on time as scheduled

·         Maintain a valid driver license and proof of required automobile insurance

·         Perform all other duties and/or participate in special projects as assigned by Director of Client Care or Executive Director.

OTHER

·         In case of emergencies and extreme circumstances, will be required to assist with 24-hour shelter coverage.