About the Role
Supports daily shelter operations by ensuring client services run smoothly, safely, and on time. Supervises activities, manages schedules, oversees facility safety and cleanliness, and conducts safety checks. Coordinates transportation, tracks client appointments, and ensures staff adherence to health, safety, and privacy rules.
Responsibilities
- Supervise the shelter environment to ensure rules are followed, the space remains safe and clean, and positive interactions are maintained.
- Conduct regular safety and room checks, lead fire drills and evacuations, and monitor kitchen and food prep if staff are unavailable.
- Manage the daily schedule of activities, ensuring client services and events happen as planned.
- Oversee client appointments by reviewing schedules, dispatching vehicles, distributing carfare, and assigning escorts.
- Administer breathalyzer tests or observe urine collection and monitor clients returning from outside appointments.
- Ensure all paperwork is accurate and complete, and maintain compliance with confidentiality and privacy regulations.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED required.
- At least 2 years of experience in human services, preferably with individuals experiencing homelessness or substance use issues.
- Ability and willingness to obtain FDNY F-80 Certificate of Fitness within 90 days of hire.
- Willing to obtain CPR and NYC Food Handler’s certifications, as needed.
- Flexible and available to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
- Reliable, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.
- Approaches sensitive situations with empathy, discretion, and professionalism.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Teamwork skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Organization skills
- Task management skills
- Empathy
- Discretion
- Professionalism
Location
- Jamaica, Queens
Work Type
- Full-time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- 2+ years of experience in human services
Education Level
- High School diploma or GED
Salary/Compensations
- $22.15/hour (annualized at 35 hours/week to $40,315)
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 25 days of paid time off
- Retirement account with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
