Job Details: Job Location: AOK-Norman Corps - Norman, OK 73069, Job Category: Housing, Job Summary: Supervises and participates in performing the day-to-day activities necessary for the operation of a shelter facility providing housing and food; ensures that paperwork is accurate and complete and shelter rules are followed by all clients; ensures compliance with The Salvation Army policies and procedures as well as local, state, and federal regulations; provides a safe and secure facility and environment for residents, volunteers, donors and staff.
Essential Functions:
Client Management (75%)
- Supervises and participates in the day-to-day operations of a shelter facility; ensures all activities are conducted in compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Checks residents into the housing facility using both the HMIS information forms and data retention system and Salvation Army required documentation; maintain confidentiality of client information.
- Orients new residents to the program and prepares case records to facilitate case management; records daily statistics and files in proper folders.
- Ensures clients comply with house rules; completes incident report form and notifies supervisor of any special circumstances or unusual problems; ensures security of facility and clients.
- Answers phone in a professional and courteous manner; answers general questions and questions regarding housing operations and persons seeking shelter.
- Prepares and maintains various logs, records, statistical reports, etc. reflecting program activities and occupancy level; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same.
- Monitors the activities of the residents in the Day Shelter ensuring safety and compliance with shelter rules.
Housekeeping (15%)
- Plans, schedules, and assigns daily chores to be carried out by clients; ensures that clients perform assigned duties in the proper manner; ensures compliance with shelter rules.
- Supervises and participates in the cleaning and maintenance of facilities, supplies and equipment; inspects facility on a routine basis to ensure compliance with established standards; ensures that all rooms are in proper order before arrival of residents.
- Operates and maintains the laundry room equipment; maintains the cleanliness and sanitation of all shelter lines; washes folds and stores shelter linens on a daily basis.
Meal Preparation (5%)
- Plans, prepares, cooks and serves breakfast and dinner meals in accordance with established guidelines and schedules; ensures all meals are prepared and served in a safe and presentable manner.
- Cleans kitchen facility, equipment, and appliances; ensures pantry supplies are neat, organized and arranged in an orderly manner.
- Maintains an adequate inventory of food and supplies; prepares inventory records and ensures the accountability and security of pantry items.
Other Responsibilities (5%)
- Pick up donations from off-site donors using company vehicle as assigned.
- Receives and processes donations.
- Conducts shelter meetings, devotions and group activities with clients as requested by supervisor(s).
- Attends and participates in all bi-weekly staff development meetings and communicates effectively to staff any training or other information pertinent to the job.
- Reviews fire and safety systems daily to verify proper working order of equipment; ensures the safety of clients.
- Performs other related work as required.
Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or G.E.D.,
- And
- Two years’ experience working in a social or public service environment with experience assisting the public,
- Or
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Certifications/Licenses:
- Valid Driver’s License for off-site donation pick-ups