Overnight Shelter Support Specialist - Full-Time Benefits

Volunteers of America; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

Volunteers of America in Sparks, NV is seeking an Overnight Shift Support Staff for Our Place shelter, providing 10:00 PM–6:30 AM coverage. Responsibilities include enforcing rules, coordinating meal and daily routines, and maintaining safety, cleanliness, and documentation.

The role requires strong teamwork, communication, and crisis-management abilities, with CPR/First Aid certification preferred. Full-time position with competitive benefits in a housing-focused shelter environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to communicate and comprehend oral and written instructions.
• Ability to de-escalate crisis situations and assist residents and staff in emergencies.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills for daily program operations.

Responsibilities

• Explain program rules and regulations to residents and facilitate adherence.
• Coordinate meal preparation and daily routines (beds, showers, laundry).
• Provide awake shift coverage and maintain a visible, engaged presence on the grounds.
• Maintain daily reports and complete shift logs, incident reports, and inventories.
• De-escalate crises and respond to emergencies with appropriate actions.
• Assist with participant property management and inventory control.

Skills

Teamwork skills

Oral and written communication skills

De-escalation of crises

Organizational skills

Analytical and decision-making ability

Education

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Volunteers of America in Sparks, NV is seeking an Overnight Shift Support Staff for Our Place shelter, providing 10:00 PM–6:30 AM coverage. Responsibilities include enforcing rules, coordinating meal and daily routines, and maintaining safety, cleanliness, and documentation.

The role requires strong teamwork, communication, and crisis-management abilities, with CPR/First Aid certification preferred. Full-time position with competitive benefits in a housing-focused shelter environment.