The Salvation Army USA Western Territory
Shelter Support Staff - SoDo
The Salvation Army USA Western Territory, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Location:
SoDo (1039 6th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134)
Schedule:
Wednesday-Sunday, 10:00 pm - 6:30 am
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 various tasks including scheduling client intakes via telephone referral, conducting client interviews, processing guest intake data, and conducting security rounds. They work closely with participants of the King County Shelter Program, providing basic needs, services, or de-escalating negative client interactions. The position receives supervision from the King County Shelter Program Manager, Supervisor, or designated assistant.
Duties & Responsibilities
Respond to crisis and inquiry telephone calls by providing support, information, and referrals to social services.
Assist residents to ensure a safe environment, including compliance with rules.
Conduct periodic inspections of the facility to identify hazards, inappropriate behavior, needed repairs, or other notable conditions.
Respond to emergency situations, making decisions within policy guidelines, and providing timely notifications to emergency services.
Conduct client intakes and departure processes as required by department policy.
Provide orientation, support, and supervision to clients.
Assist with the orientation and training of new staff and volunteers.
Work cooperatively with other Salvation Army staff and represent the programs to community agencies.
Maintain case records and required documentation.
Comply with Salvation Army policies and procedures.
Prepare water, coffee, snacks for guests as needed.
Perform general cleaning of the facility, including bathrooms, sleeping areas, and common areas.
Work with janitorial staff as assigned.
Perform other duties as requested.
Education & Experience
HS Diploma or GED.
Minimum 6 months experience in public contact or customer service.
Experience in social service shelter/residential settings preferred.
WA Driver's License preferred.
The job description provides an overview of the responsibilities and qualifications. Management may revise duties as needed.
Benefits Includes paid holidays, vacation, sick time, medical, vision, and dental insurance.
Health Insurance Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage. Kaiser HMO available in Kaiser areas; Anthem EPO/PPO outside Kaiser areas. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Dental insurance offered.
Retirement Plans Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan, with 50% vesting at five years. Voluntary 403(b) plan also available.
Parental Leave 40 hours of paid leave for qualifying events.
Sick Leave 12 days annually, accruing from day one, available after three months of service.
Paid Vacation
Two weeks annually for non-exempt positions.
Four weeks annually for exempt positions.
Accrued after six months of service.
Paid Holidays 13 holidays plus 1 floating holiday per year.
The Salvation Army is an evangelical Christian organization committed to meeting human needs without discrimination. It is an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
This employer complies with federal employment laws and provides rights information via the Department of Labor's "Know Your Rights" notice.
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SoDo (1039 6th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134)
Schedule:
Wednesday-Sunday, 10:00 pm - 6:30 am
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 various tasks including scheduling client intakes via telephone referral, conducting client interviews, processing guest intake data, and conducting security rounds. They work closely with participants of the King County Shelter Program, providing basic needs, services, or de-escalating negative client interactions. The position receives supervision from the King County Shelter Program Manager, Supervisor, or designated assistant.
Duties & Responsibilities
Respond to crisis and inquiry telephone calls by providing support, information, and referrals to social services.
Assist residents to ensure a safe environment, including compliance with rules.
Conduct periodic inspections of the facility to identify hazards, inappropriate behavior, needed repairs, or other notable conditions.
Respond to emergency situations, making decisions within policy guidelines, and providing timely notifications to emergency services.
Conduct client intakes and departure processes as required by department policy.
Provide orientation, support, and supervision to clients.
Assist with the orientation and training of new staff and volunteers.
Work cooperatively with other Salvation Army staff and represent the programs to community agencies.
Maintain case records and required documentation.
Comply with Salvation Army policies and procedures.
Prepare water, coffee, snacks for guests as needed.
Perform general cleaning of the facility, including bathrooms, sleeping areas, and common areas.
Work with janitorial staff as assigned.
Perform other duties as requested.
Education & Experience
HS Diploma or GED.
Minimum 6 months experience in public contact or customer service.
Experience in social service shelter/residential settings preferred.
WA Driver's License preferred.
The job description provides an overview of the responsibilities and qualifications. Management may revise duties as needed.
Benefits Includes paid holidays, vacation, sick time, medical, vision, and dental insurance.
Health Insurance Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage. Kaiser HMO available in Kaiser areas; Anthem EPO/PPO outside Kaiser areas. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Dental insurance offered.
Retirement Plans Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan, with 50% vesting at five years. Voluntary 403(b) plan also available.
Parental Leave 40 hours of paid leave for qualifying events.
Sick Leave 12 days annually, accruing from day one, available after three months of service.
Paid Vacation
Two weeks annually for non-exempt positions.
Four weeks annually for exempt positions.
Accrued after six months of service.
Paid Holidays 13 holidays plus 1 floating holiday per year.
The Salvation Army is an evangelical Christian organization committed to meeting human needs without discrimination. It is an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
This employer complies with federal employment laws and provides rights information via the Department of Labor's "Know Your Rights" notice.
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