Supported Housing Respite/On Call
hace 11 días
Troy
Job DescriptionDescription: Joseph’s House & Shelter, an award winning non-profit agency in the Capital Region is looking for per-diem and part-time Support Staff to join our team. These Support Staff will be responsible for working with our formerly homeless tenants who have a primary diagnosis of mental illness, alcohol and/or substance abuse. These open positions are based in Lansingburgh, Albany, and Troy. The right candidate will be empathetic, compassionate, non-judgmental, and able to understand the Harm Reduction/Housing First model of housing homeless individuals. Job Responsibilities • Responsible for the operation of the Hill Street Inn or Lansing Inn during the evening, overnight and weekend shifts in accordance with established rules and procedures., • To provide comfort and hospitality to all Hill Street and Lansing Inn House tenants., • To ensure the safety and comfort of all tenants during the evening/overnight and weekend shifts., • To supervise all operations during the evening/overnight and weekend shifts., • To ensure that all shift responsibilities are met, including all necessary cleaning and meal preparation., • To attend regularly scheduled supervisory meetings with the Shift Coordinator., • To work a flexible schedule to meet program needs., • To make necessary entries into the log book., • Demonstrates ability and flexibility to work as a team member., • Is consistent and follows through on all assigned tasks.Requirements:, • High school diploma or equivalent required., • Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness, mental illness, or substance use disorders is preferred., • Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team., • Commitment to providing non-judgmental, person-centered support., • Ability to use Microsoft Word and Google email