Impactful Shelter Intake Specialist: Guide Paths to Housing

Denver Rescue Mission; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation and sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Employer paid life insurance

Health savings account

Job summary

Denver Rescue Mission is seeking an Intake Specialist to conduct intake interviews and collect data on guests at various facilities in Denver. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, along with direct engagement with individuals experiencing homelessness.

Benefits include generous vacation, child adoption benefits, and life insurance. The position supports the mission of facilitating life transitions for individuals facing homelessness, with opportunities for developing referral resource networks.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of direct engagement with individuals experiencing homelessness.
• Ability to obtain CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Track record of work with low-income and homeless individuals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial intake sessions to collect necessary guest data.
• Provide clarity and resource information to new guests.
• Coordinate warm referrals to appropriate DRM sites.

Skills

Interpersonal and relationship building skills

Clear communication skills

Ability to manage conflict

Ability to interview guests

Composure during stressful situations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a helping profession

Tools

Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)

SCRIBE database

Job description

Denver Rescue Mission is seeking an Intake Specialist to conduct intake interviews and collect data on guests at various facilities in Denver. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, along with direct engagement with individuals experiencing homelessness.

Benefits include generous vacation, child adoption benefits, and life insurance. The position supports the mission of facilitating life transitions for individuals facing homelessness, with opportunities for developing referral resource networks.