Apply Associate, Shelter, Northern Colorado Ft Collins, CO Apply Description A variety of hours and shifts are available. Shelter Associate

I OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement. Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded. Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

A Shelter Associate I at

Catholic Charities:

Follows procedures and guidelines set forth in operating guidelines manual(s) to help maintain structure and order in the living environment Accurately and promptly completes all required documentation/data, including entering relevant participant information in daily logs before ending shift assignment. Maintains current knowledge of on-going events and changes by reading old logs Enforces shelter rules uniformly and consistently. Responds appropriately to needs and crisis situations, such as mediating basic interpersonal problems between participants and summoning emergency personnel Strives to make volunteers and guests feel welcome. Communicates with other staff to resolve problems with individual participants. Completes necessary records and reports, including on the computer or manually, as directed. Distributes and inventories supplies. Provides appropriate information and referrals. Keeps supervisor informed on shelter developments. Supports, promotes and adheres to Catholic Charities' vision, mission, values and Code of Ethics. Reflects Catholic Charities' commitment to treating all persons with dignity and respect. Uses creativity and innovation in program development and service delivery. Maintains confidentiality of participant and agency information. Regular and predictable attendance. Adheres to Agency confidentiality and HIPAA expectations. Is responsible for answering phone and providing internal referrals and external referrals to community partners. Assists safety desk in verifying urine analysis results and completing breathalyzers.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Good steward of Agency human, financial, and capital resources Participates effectively as a team member through communication, cooperation, information sharing and problem solving. Participates in staff trainings and programs as required. Helping participants safely exit building in an emergency. Any other tasks or duties as assigned. Apply View All Jobs