Overnight Shelter Monitor

JOURNEYS | The Road Home; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Real-world work experience

Meaningful difference

Job summary

JOURNEYS | The Road Home in Palatine, IL is seeking an Overnight Shelter Staff Member for a part-time, overnight position. The role runs 11:00 pm to 7:30 am, totaling 24–32 hours per week with some flexibility for occasional meetings and events, including at least one weekend day.

Pay is $17.50 per hour. This entry-level position emphasizes compassion, confidentiality, and the ability to respond quickly to emergencies while supporting individuals experiencing homelessness in a respectful,

Qualifications

• Clear verbal and written communication abilities with active listening skills.
• Creative, flexible problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative team spirit and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage stress; stay alert overnight.
• Willingness to work some weekdays and at least one weekend day; background check will be passed.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the nightly shelter activities and accurately documenting incidents and observations.
• Professionally assisting clients, volunteers, and visitors with questions or concerns.
• Ensuring compliance with all policies, local regulations, and emergency procedures.
• Quickly responding to emergencies when needed.
• Performing additional duties as needed by the program, such as laundry.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Active listening

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Adaptability

Confidentiality

Night shift attentiveness

Emergency responsiveness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Online databases

Job description

Have you been looking for an opportunity to make a direct positive impact on others? What if it were an entry-level opportunity that offered the flexibility of a part-time schedule while allowing you to gain valuable experience? If that sounds good to you, consider joining JOURNEYS | The Road Home as an Overnight Shelter Staff Member! Our Palatine, IL nonprofit is hiring compassionate people who respect all identities and can treat individuals from all walks of life fairly.

Overnight Shelter Staff Member Overview:

• Pay: $17.50 per hour
• Schedule: 11:00 pm to 7:30 am, 24 - 32 hours per week, with some flexibility for occasional meetings and events (at least one weekend day is required)
• Part-Time Perks: 401(k) plan, paid time off (PTO), ability to gain real-world work experience, and opportunity to make a meaningful difference

We're proud to be a safe, inclusive environment for all individuals! We strongly encourage those with the following identities to apply: Black and Indigenous people, Latinx people, other people of color, LGBTQIA+, women, non-binary people, people with disabilities, and others with lived experience of homelessness and/or as being part of marginalized communities.

Overnight Shelter Staff Member Requirements:

This entry-level role oversees the nightly activities at the homeless shelter, so you'll need to be able to stay alert and focused throughout the night. Experience is welcome, but not required! You'll need:

• Clear verbal and written communication abilities with active listening skills
• Creative, flexible problem-solving skills
• Collaborative team spirit
• Ability to adapt to changing work priorities
• Ability to healthily and appropriately manage boundaries and stressors
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to stay attentive throughout the night and swiftly respond to emergencies
• Ability to work some weekdays and at least one weekend day (Saturday and/or Sunday)
• Preferred - proficiency in Microsoft products and experience using online databases or a willingness to be trained

Responsibilities:

• Overseeing the nightly shelter activities and accurately documenting all incidents and observations
• Professionally assisting clients, volunteers, and visitors with any questions or concerns
• Ensuring compliance with all company policies, local regulations, and emergency procedures
• Quickly responding to situations and emergencies if needed
• Performing additional duties as needed by the program, such as laundry

Why People Like It Here:

At JOURNEYS | The Road Home, our non-profit agency is dedicated to providing individuals experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity with essential shelter, social services, and housing support. We were founded in response to the increasing complexities of homelessness, a problem that continues to grow and impact people across a broader range of demographics. Our team is fueled by the belief that everyone deserves a safe place to call home, and we've built a highly inclusive and compassionate work culture where people of all identities are welcome. If you're committed to social justice, driven by community service, and ready to make a tangible difference for the people around you, we encourage you to reach out and join us!

Must have the ability to pass a background check