Bilingual Program Aid-Homeless Services

St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established nonprofit organization is seeking a Bilingual Program Aid to support its mission of addressing homelessness and domestic violence in San Francisco. This role involves assisting in shelter operations, ensuring the safety of residents, and providing essential resources to those in need. The ideal candidate will be passionate about social services, possess strong communication skills in both English and Spanish, and thrive in a collaborative environment. Join a team dedicated to making a difference, with opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Two Kaiser HMO medical care options

Voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance

403b retirement plan with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Ten vacation days

Ten sick days

Two personal floating holidays

Twelve and a half holidays offered per year

Qualifications

• Experience working with homeless or marginalized individuals.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents and ensure safety in the shelter.
• Provide resource information and assist clients respectfully.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Communication Skills

Crisis Management

Data Entry

Client Advocacy

Education

High School Degree or Equivalent

Tools

CHANGES Software

Microsoft Word

Job description

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Join the St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco and be part of the solution to break the cycles of homelessness and domestic violence in San Francisco.

St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco operates the Multi-Service Center - Northern California’s largest homeless shelter, Navigation Centers for chronically homeless individuals and couples and the Riley Center - Domestic Violence shelter and services for survivors. We have over 200 employees working in 4 locations. We are proud of our diversity and of our more than 150-year history of helping others in San Francisco. St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco’s mission is to offer hope and service, on a direct person to person basis, working to break the cycles of homelessness and domestic violence.

Summary

Under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor, the Bilingual (English/Spanish) Program Aid is responsible for assisting in the general operation of the MSC and Drop-In Center. This position is responsible for monitoring the residents, providing resources and ensuring the safety of the shelter.

SCHEDULE: Day Shift (8:00am to 4:30pm)

Salary And Benefit Overview

The Bilingual Program Aid starts at $24.50 per hour.

St. Vincent de Paul of San Francisco offers a robust benefits package that includes

• Two Kaiser HMO medical care options
• Voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance
• 403b retirement plan with employer-paid match after one year of employment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ten vacation and ten sick days accrued per year, two personal floating holidays and twelve and a half holidays offered per year.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Provide resource and referral information for clients
• Responsible for respectful and courteous treatment of all clients at all times.
• Monitor and control activities in the Shelter and Drop In, ensuring the safety of residents and staff.
• Carry protective gloves at all times and use them as appropriate.
• Follow and maintain rules and regulations described in the Shelter’s operations manual.
• Implement and adhere to Standards of Care per City/County legislation.
• Use CHANGES software to record client data.
• Make area checks as assigned.
• Perform bed checks.
• Distribute and collect blankets and towels.
• Monitor meal lines.
• Responsible for cleanliness of bed and work areas, including restrooms.
• Attend monthly all-staff meetings.
• Perform other appropriate duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent
• Good communication English skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience and ability to work with men and women who are homeless, indigent, alcoholic, mentally ill, and/or unemployed.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in crisis situations.
• Ability to learn new skills and follow procedures.
• Proficient in data entry, learning new software and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to maintain collaborative and cooperative working relationships.
• Demonstrated use of Vincentian values such as respect, dignity, integrity, collaboration, justice, stewardship, compassion, client advocacy and resourcefulness.
• Demonstrated excellence in relating to clients and performing duties.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with guests, volunteers and staff.
• Commitment to the mission of St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco.
• This position requires average oral and written English and Spanish.
• Ability to read English and Spanish is required .
  
  

Covid vaccination and negative result on TB test required.

Background check completed upon acceptance of job offer.

This position requires current CPR and First Aid certification given by MSC.

St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco celebrates diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging andis an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction.

SCHEDULE: Day Shift (8:00am to 4:30pm)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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