Family Shelter Monitor-Family Coach

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Shelter Staff manages general operations and the safety of the residents within the shelter. This position oversees the individuals residing in the home and orients new residents when they arrive. Provide goal setting, case management, crisis intervention, referrals, recommendations, and supportive services to assist residents achieve financial self-sufficiency and permanent housing. Educate and assist participants with nutritional and personal hygiene needs and other daily living skills. Advocate for participants with other agencies for services as necessary Assist participants in accessing entitlements such as SNAP and Child Support, including assistance with applications and other required paperwork Assist participants by providing intensive outreach and supports as requested by program coordinator or referral inquiries. Also involves interacting with volunteers who may come to conduct workshops and presentations with the residents. Ability to communicate effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds and who may suffer from chronic physical or mental health conditions. Requires ability to maintain composure and take charge when situations may arise between residents or when a resident is not following rules and procedures.

OTHER DUTIES MAY INCLUDE

▪ General custodial activities as needed. Residents are expected to keep their areas neat and tidy. ▪ Conduct announced and random inspections periodically. ▪ Document activities and incidents of residents as determined by Case Manager ▪ Participate in group activities organized for residents ▪ Computer experience a plus

WORK HOURS

Part-Time (Monday-Friday, 30-35 hours weekly)

• occasional evening/weekend activities
• Shift hours are generally 9:00am
• 3:00pm and may vary.

WORK LOCATION

Hurlock, Maryland

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent Strong written and oral communication skills in addition to critical thinking and problem solving skills Ability to work with people of diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the needs of the homeless Understanding of, and strong adherence to, social work ethics Ability to work in a team environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to satisfactorily complete and pass all required background screenings Must possess a valid Class C Maryland Driver's License Follow program policies and procedures Respect the confidential nature of all DCS, Inc. customer information exposed to in the course of work performance

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS REQUIRED TO SUCCESSFULLY PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

The environmental factors described here are representative of those that may be present in the workplace while the employee performs the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to: Stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, grasp or feel

• Occasionally Reach with hands and arms; push and pull up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally Talk, hear and smell
• Frequently
• Stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Occasionally
• Sitting and/or standing. Frequently Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally Utilize close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus
• Frequently
• Employee will be exposed to odors, dust, fumes, and noise.
• Occasionally Employee will be exposed to outside environmental conditions.
• Occasionally Climb stairs.
• Occasionally Travel.
• as required

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$16.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person