Crisis Shelter Specialist - Full-Time Evening/Night Shift

brc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

BRC in New York City seeks a full-time staff member to monitor a residential program for individuals experiencing homelessness, focusing on safety and empathetic engagement.

You will conduct rounds, screen residents, provide first aid, manage inventories, and support inspections. This role requires certifications and a willingness to obtain them, in a safe, respectful workplace with occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• CPR Certification or ability to obtain certification required.
• NYC Fire Safety Guard Certification or ability to obtain certification required.
• NYC Fire Safety Coordinator Certification preferred; willingness to acquire certification.
• Security guard license preferred; willingness to acquire license.
• Food Handler Certificate preferred; willingness to acquire certification.
• TB clearance when required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring a residential program for individuals experiencing homelessness and maintain a safe environment.
• Perform rounds and engage individuals empathetically while addressing varied needs.
• Screen residents and visitors at front door; create documentation and incident reports.
• Manage inventory for supplies; maintain fire safety drills and logs; provide emergency first aid/CPR/NARCAN when needed.
• Assist with inspections and audits; escort clients and serve meals; keep facility orderly and clean.
• Note: position is subject to mandatory overtime.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Basic computer literacy

Boundary management

Bilingual (plus)

Education

CPR Certification

NYC Fire Safety Guard Certification

NYC Fire Safety Coordinator Certification

Security guard license

Food Handler Certificate

TB clearance

Tools

Basic computer literacy

Job description

BRC in New York City seeks a full-time staff member to monitor a residential program for individuals experiencing homelessness, focusing on safety and empathetic engagement.

You will conduct rounds, screen residents, provide first aid, manage inventories, and support inspections. This role requires certifications and a willingness to obtain them, in a safe, respectful workplace with occasional overtime.