Night Shelter Shift Lead – Residential Services

Path of Life Ministries; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Path of Life Ministries is seeking a part-time Residential Services Staff – Shift Lead to support shelter operations in Riverside. The role prioritizes guest safety, service quality, and teamwork under the Shelter Manager.

Duties include coordinating daily activities, assisting with food service, and maintaining a positive environment within the program. Shift Lead responsibilities require decision-making in the absence of supervision, with a focus on policy alignment, guest relations, and

Qualifications

• Experience in shelter services and direct guest support preferred.
• Familiarity with Housing-First principles and trauma-informed care beneficial.
• Strong customer service mindset with professional boundaries and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the quality of daily activities and services at the shelter site.
• Monitor daily activities and ensure safety and adherence to program standards.
• Assist with food service and maintain sanitation and upkeep of the facility.

Skills

Housing-First Principles

Shelter Diversion

Trauma Informed Care

Customer Service

Motivational Interviewing

Ethics Professionalism & Boundaries

Computer Literate

Organized

De-escalation/Mediation

Timely and Accurate Document/Reporting

Managing Difficult Situations

Job description

Path of Life Ministries is seeking a part-time Residential Services Staff – Shift Lead to support shelter operations in Riverside. The role prioritizes guest safety, service quality, and teamwork under the Shelter Manager.

Duties include coordinating daily activities, assisting with food service, and maintaining a positive environment within the program. Shift Lead responsibilities require decision-making in the absence of supervision, with a focus on policy alignment, guest relations, and