Support Staff

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Title:

Support Staff Status:

Seasonal, Part-time; Non-Exempt Reports to: Programs & Events Coordinator or their designee

Residence:

No residency requirement The Abode of the Message, Inc. is a retreat and conference center located on over 300 acres within an historic Shaker complex in New Lebanon, New York. Founded in 1975, the Abode began as a residential community with a spiritual base and a variety of enterprises. Today the Abode is advancing its focus as a retreat center and sanctuary, promoting collective and individual discovery through meaningful experiences and opportunities for growth. Support Staff assists with a variety of functions related to regular Abode programming, retreats, and other events. Responsibilities and Duties Assists the management team with executing successful and enriching programs and events by providing outstanding hospitality and service to all people who visit or stay at the Abode; Supports the check-in and check-out processes and communicates any issues or concerns related to the guest experience, materials, signage, or space; Runs appropriate errands for The Abode and guests, including but not limited to buying or picking up programming supplies, emergency needs such as toiletries, dropping off packages, et cetera; Distributes and maintains welcome materials for guests and visitors as directed; Supports the preparation and set up of Abode facilities and grounds for retreats, regular programs, or other events as directed; Supports all aspects of program and event preparation and execution as needed to ensure satisfaction, safety, and a positive experience, including but not limited to: housekeeping; kitchen and scullery; communications; procurement of supplies and materials; guest registration; and guest relations. Promotes the Abode's mission and values; and Other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Skills No specific experience required; Prior professional or volunteer experience with hospitality or customer service preferred; Specific projects and tasks may be assigned based on the incumbent's skills related to: cooking, baking, culinary arts; carpentry, painting, basic repairs; copywriting and content creation. Good interpersonal skills, with well-developed written and oral communication skills; Ability to receive instructions and complete tasks with minimal direct supervision; Comfort working with people of different faith traditions; Volunteer or professional experience with a spirituality-based hospitality or non-profit organization; Prior history or relationship with the Abode is desirable. Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 20 pounds regularly; May occasionally require lifting heavier objects; Ability to walk, stand, bend, and stoop for extensive periods; Ability to work a variety of hours to accommodate events; and May be required to use personal vehicle for work-related activities.