Site Monitor - Costa Mesa, United States - Mercy House Living Centers

Description

The
Shelter Specialist is responsible for providing supportive services and logístical support to the Emergency Shelter Program during designated shifts.

This position requires a flexible work schedule including some weekends, morning and evening, and holiday shifts. This position reports directly to the Emergency Shelter Site Lead. Dependability, responsibility, and the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully are mandatory skills. Fluency in Spanish is a significant value.


Qualifications:

Possess a high level of tolerance and understanding for individuals who present for services with urgent multiple case management and health needs.

Ability to perform crisis intervention as needed; Ability to complete job duties that are guest focused, trauma informed, and housing focused.

Shelter Support

Goal:
Ensure a safe and client focused environment for guest to quickly end their homelessness.

• Assist in the implementation of shelter activities to ensure quality, guestfocused, and traumainformed delivery of services.
• Encourage and discuss progress toward housing with shelter guest

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Assist with shelter setup and maintenance:

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Assist with general cleanliness and safety of facility including emptying trash cans and cleaning-up spills
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• Assist with receiving and verifying orders from vendors, completing tally sheets
• Post and update signs and service calendars
• Audio Equipment set up and monitoring
• Assist in the organization of supplies and facilities needs
• Conduct neighborhood patrols to minimize potential impact on the surrounding community
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

Administration

Goal:
Oversee administrative duties that support program services.

• Assist with keeping detailed daily summary sheets
• Assist with record keeping and reporting

Miscellaneous

• Assist with guest services and program activities if necessary
• Complete ad hoc projects as appointed by Supervisor

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time


Salary:

$17.50 per hour


Expected hours:
per week


Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b)

matching

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Patient demographics:

• Adults

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Mental health counseling: 1 year (preferred)
• Cleaning: 1 year (preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (preferred)
• Night Shift (preferred)
• Overnight Shift (preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Costa Mesa, CA: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person