Shelter Support Staff - SoDo

Location: SoDo (1039 6th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134)

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, 2:00pm-10:30pm

Pay: $25.05/hour

Status: Regular Full-Time/Non-Exempt

*Applicants must be available for in-person interviews in Seattle, WA.

The Shelter Support Staff are responsible for completion of various assigned tasks including, but not limited to scheduling client intakes via telephone referral, conducting client interviews and processing guest intake data, and conducting security rounds. The Shelter Support Staff works closely with participants of the King County Shelter Program. Whether providing basic needs, services, or de-escalating negative client interactions, the position receives daily supervision from the King County Shelter Program Manager, Supervisor, or designated assistant.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential responsibilities and requirements of this position. You may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

• Respond to crisis and inquiry telephone calls by providing support, information, and referrals to other appropriate social service agencies.
• Provide assistance to residents to ensure a safe environment, to include compliance with rules and policies.
• Conduct periodic walking inspections of all areas of the facility, for the purpose of identifying and initiating appropriate action (correction, reporting, etc.) of hazards, inappropriate behavior, needed repairs or other notable condition.
• Respond to emergency situations that may arise, making independent decisions within policy guidelines, as necessary.
• Provide crisis intervention and institute security procedures should a critical or threatening situation arise. Provide timely and appropriate notification to police, fire, emergency medical and supervisory authorities.
• Conduct client intakes and departure processes, as required by department policy.
• Provide orientation, support, and supervision to volunteers.
• Assist with the orientation and training of new staff, volunteers, and interns.
• Work cooperatively with other Salvation Army staff and programs.
• Represent Salvation Army programs to other community agencies and representatives in a respectful and positive manner.
• Participate in staff meetings.
• Maintain case records and required forms and reports in prescribed format.
• Comply with Salvation Army procedural requirements, including those set forth in the Policy & Procedure Manual and Employee Handbook.
• Prepare water, coffee, snacks for guests, when available.
• General cleaning (including mopping, sweeping, wipe down) of facility bathrooms, sleeping area, and common areas as assigned.
• Work with Janitorial staff as assigned.
• Perform other duties as requested.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• HS Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 6 months experience in public contact/customer service
• Experience in social service shelter / residential preferred.
• WA Driver’s License preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• An ability to engage with diverse populations in a respectful and culturally responsive manner.
• Demonstrates a commitment to the values of equity and inclusion by honoring diverse characteristics and expressions of personal identity.
• Detail oriented – attention to detail required.
• Self-starter
• Team player
• Strong use of the English language in verbal and written communication
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Effective communication and telephone skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain poise under pressure.
• Customer service mindset
• Ability and willingness to keep information confidential.
• Ability to pass a “Protecting the Mission” background check, as required by Salvation Army Standards.
• Ability to successfully complete Salvation Army child safety/vulnerable adult (“Protecting the Mission”) background/reference check procedure.
• Basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, division, & multiplication)
• Willingness to abide by the Salvation Army’s drug and alcohol policy.

SOFTWARE-RELATED SKILLS:

• Knowledge with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
• Knowledge with Microsoft PowerPoint
• Knowledge with the use of email programs, such as Outlook
• Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS:

• Ability to rapidly travel over uneven surfaces, up and down steps, up and down ramps and to climb stepladders, as necessary to perform duties of the position.
• Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs.
• Job is full-time on-site.
• Job environment includes work in a shelter and housing work area which may include exposure to other’s personal care needs, potential bloodborne or other potential infectious materials, or shelter individuals who may become agitated.
• Exposure to dust, noise or cleaning chemicals may occur.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

THE SALVATION ARMY MISSION STATEMENT: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in his name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing a respectful environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. Such equal opportunity for employment will apply to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, salaries and other compensation, transfers and layoffs or termination.

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

A generous benefits package is included with full-time positions: paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurance.

Health Insurance: Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered.

Life and Voluntary Options. An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available.

Retirement Plans: Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus, an employee-funded voluntary 403(b) option.

Parental Leave: The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events.

Sick Leave: 12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after three months’ service time.

Paid Vacation:

• Two weeks annually, accruing from day one, for non-exempt positions.
• Four weeks annually, accruing from day one, for exempt positions.
• Accrued vacation is eligible for use after six months’ service time.

Paid Holidays: 13 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday per year