Shelter Attendant

Job Description

Description:

Our Mission is to provide compassionate care and services to empower individuals experiencing substance use disorders, mental illnesses, and homelessness to attain an enhanced quality of life regardless of ability to pay.

Part time positions are available!

Compensation: Compensation for this position is $20.00 per hour.

Differentials: There is an additional shift differential for working overnights ($2.50/hr), weekends ($2.50/hr), and weekend overnights ($5.00/hr).

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Simple IRA (retirement)

Simple IRA matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

4 weeks Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Free mental health support via Teladoc

Referral bonus (up to $1000)

Free SerenityME yoga and breathwork classes

Affordable on-site meal plan - no need to pack lunch, breakfast, or dinner, we got you!

Position Profile: The Shelter Attendant is responsible for the care and well-being of clients who enter the shelter.

Qualifications: A minimum of a High School diploma or GED required. Prior experience related to the human services field is highly preferred. Prior experience with homeless and substance use disorder population is a plus.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Willingness to learn the organizational structure of Milestone Recovery

Follow and fully understand all policies and procedures

Make appropriate referrals to other agencies and resources, including vocational, educational, social, occupational, and recreational

Involved with the process to develop an appropriate plan of care with clients

Responsible for various levels of care for the client caseload during each shift; meals, showering, laundry

Complete and maintain necessary records and reports in an accurate and confidential practice

Arrange transportation to other community providers when necessary

Respect patient confidentiality at all times

Attend essential training programs and scheduled staff meetings

Perform other related duties as assigned

Physical demands and work environment: A physical exam will be provided to staff prior to working. Individuals should also be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time and be able to assist clients with getting in and out of bed, walking and showering as needed.Requirements: