Family Support Worker (Evenings)

Open Door Mission; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 22,041 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) plan with company contribution and match

Health Insurance with employer contribution

Flexible Spending Account

Complimentary Life Insurance

Shift differential for evening positions

PTO and paid Sick leave

11 Paid Holidays

RightNow Media Membership

Complimentary meals at on-campus cafeteria

Job summary

Open Door Mission is seeking a dedicated Evening Family Support Worker to join their team in Omaha, NE. The role offers the opportunity to provide direct guest services and support case managers in helping women and families in need of shelter and recovery programs.

The ideal candidate will possess a visible relationship with Christ, strong communication skills, and experience working with those in crisis. This full-time position includes evening shifts and a rewarding experience in a Christ-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Visible relationship with Christ and regular church attendance.
• Ability to share the gospel as opportunities arise.
• Acceptable driving record and valid driver’s license.
• Experience in human services or ministry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the house and meet needs of guests.
• Perform intakes for new guests accurately and thoroughly.
• Maintain accurate documentation on guests.
• Exemplify Jesus Christ and share the gospel.

Skills

Experience working with women & families in crisis

Compassion to help those in need

Great communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Every day of the year, Open Door Mission provides safe shelter, meals, clothing, recovery, and life‑changing programs and services to hungry and homeless in Omaha and Southwest Iowa. It’s a daunting task, and we cannot do it alone. If you are a dedicated Christian, with a desire to impact others through your job and feel good about your contribution, we hope that you will view our current job openings and prayerfully consider applying.

Evening Family Support Worker

Join the Open Door Mission's team of dedicated staff who are committed to full-time Christian ministry and breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty!

About This Position

Family Support Workers at Lydia House fill the important role of providing direct guest services and communication, including support of case managers and other staff. The Lydia House houses women and families in need of shelter, safety, recovery, and more. Family Support Workers have the opportunity to build direct relationships with these women and make a positive impact in their lives!

Responsibilities

A full job description will be provided for review during the interview process.

Oversee the house – answer questions and meet needs of guests, resolving issues as they arise.

Perform intakes for new guests accurately and thoroughly.

Perform daily routine tasks including regular medication access to guests, supervision of mealtimes, and performing bed checks and chore checks.

Maintain accurate documentation on guests.

Exemplify Jesus Christ and share the gospel as opportunities arise.

Minimum Requirements

• A visible relationship with Christ, regularly attending a Bible‑believing church
• The ability to share the gospel as opportunities arise.
• High School diploma or GED
• Acceptable driving record and a valid driver’s license
• Experience in human services or ministry

Ideal Candidate Would Have

Experience working with women & families in crisis (eg. addiction recovery, mental health, domestic violence, homelessness).

Compassion to help those in need, as well as firmness in upholding important policies and standards.

A self‑motivated and hard‑working attitude.

Great communication skills with guests as well as fellow staff members.

Perks & Available Benefits

• 401(K) plan with a 2% company contribution and 4% company match
• Health Insurance option
  • Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Complimentary Life Insurance, Accidental Death/Dismemberment Insurance, and long‑term disability.
• Shift differential for evening and overnight positions.
• PTO and paid Sick leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• RightNow Media Membership
• Christ‑centered staff culture
• On‑campus cafeteria with complimentary meals

Details

• Job Type: Full‑Time
• Pay Range: $16.00 - $21.00 (Hourly)
• Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday, 3pm - 11:30pm

About Open Door Mission

Open Door Mission is a Gospel Rescue Mission founded in 1954 committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty. Each day, Open Door Mission’s campus offers 917 safe, shelter beds to people experiencing homelessness, serves over 4,747 nutritious meals to feed the hungry, and provides homeless preventive resources to more than 1,000 people living in poverty to empower them to remain in their own homes.

At Open Door Mission, we believe in coming alongside people experiencing homelessness and poverty, empathizing with their situation and speaking truth into their lives—that they are worthy, valued and created in the image of God. It’s our passion, our calling. And we’ve been doing it since 1954.

Our Impact in 2024

• Provided 195,125 nights of safe shelter.
• Served 2.0 million nutritious meals to feed the hungry.
• Empowered 33,123 individuals to remain in their own homes and preventing homelessness.
• Celebrated 77 graduates from life‑changing programs.
• Helped 311 individuals achieve stable housing.
• Provided a Learning Center and Tutoring Lab for 94 children.
• Assisted 404 men and women in finding employment.

Apply today to join the team that's inspiring HOPE for lasting change in our community!