Shelter House
Fair Ridge - Residential Coordinator (Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm)
Shelter House, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22030
Residential Coordinator
Title: Residential Coordinator (Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm) (shift cannot be changed) Level: Coordinator Department: Fair Ridge Family Shelter Reports to: Assistant Director of Operations Pay Rate: $20/hr Location: Fairfax, VA FLSA Status: Non-Exempt We are hosting Open Job Fairs on 3/19 and 3/22 at our main office in Fairfax, VA! Please read below for more details. Please bring a copy of your most recent resume! Wednesday 3/19/25 from 4pm-7pm Saturday 3/22/25 from 9am-12pm Location: 10301 Democracy Lane Ste 200, Fairfax, VA 22030 Suite 200 About Us: Shelter House was established in 1981 as a grassroots responder to the homelessness crisis in Fairfax County. Since the organization's inception, we have adapted and grown to meet community needs, all while working in partnership with government and private partners and community members. Today, Shelter House is a successful and reputable organization of over 100 employees committed to preventing and ending homelessness and domestic violence. In the last year, our compassionate team of individuals changed the lives of nearly 2,000 individuals, half of which were children. Our Culture is built from our Core Values of Inclusivity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Empowerment (iC.A.R.E.) About the Role: The Residential Coordinator provides essential 24-hour awake coverage and supervision of a large Fairfax County emergency shelter for households with minor children. This facility is a 85-unit hotel and provides a total of 344 beds. The Residential Coordinator acts as the first point of contact for client needs and support. This position is responsible for crisis intervention, facilities management, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the front desk and maintaining a positive living environment within the shelter. The residential coordinator will ensure the safety of shelter residents and the property of Shelter House. How you will contribute: Ensure the safe functioning of the shelter and maintain a safe environment for clients. Monitor visitor check-in and front desk calls and inquiries Perform rounds and monitor the outside and inside of the building grounds Update the daily log by documenting all interactions with clients and any other significant events in the shelter Work closely with case managers to support and reinforce the client's service plan and maintain ongoing communication regarding client progress Complete efficient shift exchange with incoming/ outgoing staff and report on the day's activities in order to maintain consistency throughout the day Ensure all documentation pertaining to the Shelter House log is completed and in compliance with agency best practice Evaluate and provide for basic needs of shelter clients while on shift. Distribute household items, toiletries and other items to clients as needed. Perform residential cleaning, including light touch-ups and washing shelter linens Organize and restock household supplies, toiletries, linens, towels, and donations Perform weekly unit inspections Maintain the dignity and confidentiality of all clients during service delivery Maintain current knowledge and ability to administer emergency procedures to include building evacuation, health emergencies, and safety management Conduct assessments and intakes for One-Night-Only families seeking shelter after hours. Accept donations and support volunteer programs and events in the shelter Participate in staff meetings and staff training as directed Ensure compliance with all agency policies and best practices Proficiently utilize Google Suites applications (email, calendar, drive, docs, etc) as a part of day-to-day work requirements Serve as emergency personnel and must report to work as scheduled regardless of circumstances (inclement weather, highway congestion, etc) Proficiently utilize Microsoft products as a part of day-to-day work requirements. Exemplify the Shelter House core values of Inclusivity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Empowerment (iC.A.R.E.) Perform other duties deemed necessary to support the program and agency
Title: Residential Coordinator (Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm) (shift cannot be changed) Level: Coordinator Department: Fair Ridge Family Shelter Reports to: Assistant Director of Operations Pay Rate: $20/hr Location: Fairfax, VA FLSA Status: Non-Exempt We are hosting Open Job Fairs on 3/19 and 3/22 at our main office in Fairfax, VA! Please read below for more details. Please bring a copy of your most recent resume! Wednesday 3/19/25 from 4pm-7pm Saturday 3/22/25 from 9am-12pm Location: 10301 Democracy Lane Ste 200, Fairfax, VA 22030 Suite 200 About Us: Shelter House was established in 1981 as a grassroots responder to the homelessness crisis in Fairfax County. Since the organization's inception, we have adapted and grown to meet community needs, all while working in partnership with government and private partners and community members. Today, Shelter House is a successful and reputable organization of over 100 employees committed to preventing and ending homelessness and domestic violence. In the last year, our compassionate team of individuals changed the lives of nearly 2,000 individuals, half of which were children. Our Culture is built from our Core Values of Inclusivity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Empowerment (iC.A.R.E.) About the Role: The Residential Coordinator provides essential 24-hour awake coverage and supervision of a large Fairfax County emergency shelter for households with minor children. This facility is a 85-unit hotel and provides a total of 344 beds. The Residential Coordinator acts as the first point of contact for client needs and support. This position is responsible for crisis intervention, facilities management, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the front desk and maintaining a positive living environment within the shelter. The residential coordinator will ensure the safety of shelter residents and the property of Shelter House. How you will contribute: Ensure the safe functioning of the shelter and maintain a safe environment for clients. Monitor visitor check-in and front desk calls and inquiries Perform rounds and monitor the outside and inside of the building grounds Update the daily log by documenting all interactions with clients and any other significant events in the shelter Work closely with case managers to support and reinforce the client's service plan and maintain ongoing communication regarding client progress Complete efficient shift exchange with incoming/ outgoing staff and report on the day's activities in order to maintain consistency throughout the day Ensure all documentation pertaining to the Shelter House log is completed and in compliance with agency best practice Evaluate and provide for basic needs of shelter clients while on shift. Distribute household items, toiletries and other items to clients as needed. Perform residential cleaning, including light touch-ups and washing shelter linens Organize and restock household supplies, toiletries, linens, towels, and donations Perform weekly unit inspections Maintain the dignity and confidentiality of all clients during service delivery Maintain current knowledge and ability to administer emergency procedures to include building evacuation, health emergencies, and safety management Conduct assessments and intakes for One-Night-Only families seeking shelter after hours. Accept donations and support volunteer programs and events in the shelter Participate in staff meetings and staff training as directed Ensure compliance with all agency policies and best practices Proficiently utilize Google Suites applications (email, calendar, drive, docs, etc) as a part of day-to-day work requirements Serve as emergency personnel and must report to work as scheduled regardless of circumstances (inclement weather, highway congestion, etc) Proficiently utilize Microsoft products as a part of day-to-day work requirements. Exemplify the Shelter House core values of Inclusivity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Empowerment (iC.A.R.E.) Perform other duties deemed necessary to support the program and agency