Evening Hypothermia Shelter Coordinator

Shelter House, Inc; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401K contributions with a 4% employer?

13 Paid Holidays, 2 Floating Holidays

Four Annual Team Building Events

Job summary

Shelter House is seeking a Hypothermia Coordinator to support the seasonal program in Leesburg, VA. This on-site role runs Mon-Fri, 4pm-12am, November through April, and involves setting up spaces, transporting participants, and guiding them to services.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks while maintaining participant dignity and safety. Training and supervision are provided, with opportunities to contribute to our iC.A.R.E. values.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and committed to supporting individuals experiencing homelessness.
• Dependable, flexible, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional during challenging situations.
• Willingness to perform physical tasks and assist with daily shelter operations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries with participants.

Responsibilities

• Monitor participant safety and conduct walkthroughs.
• Enforce shelter guidelines and de-escalate conflicts.
• Report incidents and maintain dignity, respect, and confidentiality.
• Complete participant intakes, orientations, and required paperwork.
• Explain shelter guidelines, schedules, and available services.
• Distribute essential supplies and encourage engagement with case management services.
• Prepare and maintain clean, safe sleeping areas.
• Set up cots and bedding, complete laundry, and organize supplies and donations.
• Conduct facility checks and assist with breakfast preparation.
• Safely transport participants following designated routes and traffic laws.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, inspections, and fueling.
• Complete driving logs and report maintenance concerns or incidents.
• Maintain shelter logs and required documentation.
• Communicate participant concerns and operational updates to supervisors.
• Complete shift handoffs to ensure continuity of services.
• Report to shifts as emergency personnel during inclement weather.
• Attend required meetings and trainings and complete administrative tasks.
• Uphold Shelter House's iC.A.R.E. values and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Flexible

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Safety awareness

Job description

Shelter House is seeking a Hypothermia Coordinator to support the seasonal program in Leesburg, VA. This on-site role runs Mon-Fri, 4pm-12am, November through April, and involves setting up spaces, transporting participants, and guiding them to services.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks while maintaining participant dignity and safety. Training and supervision are provided, with opportunities to contribute to our iC.A.R.E. values.