Flexible Hours Emergency Shelter Support Specialist

Kinsley Power Systems; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinsley Power Systems in New York is seeking a shelter support worker to assist residents and help maintain a safe, orderly environment at the emergency shelter site.

You will collaborate with the Shift Supervisor, perform wellness checks, enforce shelter rules, complete intake tours, and document incidents, rounds, and daily operations. The role requires flexibility, English proficiency, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to speak, write and understand English.
• Food Handlers Certification required.
• NARCAN Certification required.
• CPR/First Aid Training required.
• F-02 preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• HHA/CAN or other medical training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct assistance, support, and care to shelter residents.
• Distribute meals and maintain cafeteria cleanliness following DOHMH protocols.
• Complete initial intakes and provide a tour.
• Conduct wellness checks and report any abnormalities with required documentation.
• Conduct hourly rounds and log outcomes.
• Inspect rooms for safety and hazards and complete work orders.
• Remove contraband and file incident reports as needed.
• Write occurrence and incident reports when deemed necessary.
• Enforce shelter rules and regulations.
• Sort and distribute client mail.
• Serve as liaison to facility atmosphere and report incidents promptly.
• Participate in monthly fire drills and report outcomes.
• Attend mandatory meetings and trainings as directed by supervisor.
• Manage CARES, the DHS database and comply with trainings.
• Able to lift about 50 pounds, bend, and climb stairs.
• Retrieve client belongings and distribute supplies; exchange linen.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CARES database

Job description

Kinsley Power Systems in New York is seeking a shelter support worker to assist residents and help maintain a safe, orderly environment at the emergency shelter site.

You will collaborate with the Shift Supervisor, perform wellness checks, enforce shelter rules, complete intake tours, and document incidents, rounds, and daily operations. The role requires flexibility, English proficiency, and relevant certifications.