Program Staff (PART-TIME/Overnight)

St. Matthew's House; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Matthew's House in Naples, FL, seeks a Program Staff member to support the Emergency Housing program by completing daily tasks per program guidelines.

The role requires organization, strong boundaries, and effective conflict resolution, with emphasis on clear verbal and written communication within a team. Responsibilities include shift work (including nights and weekends), documentation in the CMS, ensuring living areas comply with shelter guidelines, conducting bed checks, screenings, and

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Some college preferred.
• Experience: Experience working with addiction and mental health a plus.
• Confidentiality: Works with highly confidential information. Familiar with HIPAA laws.
• Mental/Visual Demands: Flow of work requires normal mental and visual capabilities.
• Physical Demands: Stand for up to 4 hours; lift up to 25 pounds; bend or kneel.
• Working Conditions: Normal office environment.

Responsibilities

• Works a variety of shifts including second and third shifts, and weekends.
• Enters accurate objective documentation into the CMS.
• Checks residents' living areas are maintained and compliant with Shelter guidelines.
• Performs random bed checks during overnight shifts.
• Performs regular security checks to ensure facility security.
• Administers random drug screens on residents as required.
• Sorts hygiene supplies into storage containers; prepares hygiene kits.
• Completes discharge of residents with accurate information.
• Removes and stores discharged residents' items per guidelines.
• Handles phone system and call transfers; collaborates with staff to complete tasks.
• Screens individuals entering shelter after hours; treats residents with respect and maintains boundaries.
• Follows Shelter Handbook guidelines; upholds core values; presents Gospel when opportunity arises.
• Prays with residents and staff when opportunities arise.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Conflict resolution

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Some college

Job description

Description

OUR CORE PURPOSE:

As an expression of God's love in Southwest Florida, we exist to ensure that no one experiencing hunger, homelessness or addiction is alone or without a pathway for their journey from crisis to contributor. Together with our partners and participants, we cultivate communities where people are progressively seen, accepted, challenged, and supported.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The primary responsibilities are to provide support to the Emergency Housing program of St. Matthew's House by completing daily tasks as determined in the program guidelines.

Individual must be organized and possess strong personal and professional boundaries. Must be skilled in conflict resolution and be able to demonstrate the same. Program Staff members must possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Individual must demonstrate a positive attitude and be willing to work together with team members.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

• Works a variety of shifts which include second and third shifts, as well as weekends.
• Enters accurate objective documentation into the CMS
• Checks daily to ensure residents' living areas are properly maintained and in compliance with Shelter guidelines
• Performs random bed checks to make sure that all residents are accounted for when providing overnight shift coverage
• Performs regular security checks of the facility to ensure that the facility is secured
• Administers random drug screens on residents as required
• Sorts hygiene supplies into the appropriate storage containers
• Creates a minimum number of hygiene kits while working the front desk shift
• Completes discharge of residents, as needed, with accurate information
• Removes and stores discharged residents' personal items per program guidelines
• Has knowledge of the phone system and how to transfer calls
• Works as a team with other staff members to ensure completion of assigned tasks
• Properly screen individuals who are attempting to enter the shelter after hours
• Treats all residents with respect and exercises appropriate boundaries with residents
• Has knowledge of all guidelines located in the Shelter Handbook and carries the responsibility of holding residents accountable for guidelines
• Presents the Gospel message to residents when the opportunity is available.
• Pray with residents and staff as opportunities are available
• Completes all job duties with St. Matthew's House core values as the guiding principle

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Some college preferred.

Experience: Experience working with addiction and mental health a plus.

Confidentiality: Works with highly confidential information. Familiar with HIPAA laws.

Mental/Visual Demands: Flow of work requires normal mental and visual capabilities.

Physical Demand: Must be able to stand for a minimum of 4 hours at a time and lift atleast 25 pounds. Must be able to bend or kneel to the ground.

Working Conditions: Normal office environment.