Relief (PRN) Shelter Assistant

Children's Home Society of South Dakota; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Shelter Assistant to provide crisis and non-crisis intervention services in our shelter. This role supports children and families with trauma-informed care and promotes equity in our work.

You will handle crisis calls, supervise children, manage data, and participate in safety and program activities. The schedule is flexible, with day/evening/weekend shifts, and compensation includes $20/hr plus up to $2/hr shift differential.

Qualifications

• Education: High school education required.
• Licensure: Valid driver’s license preferred.
• References that can depict level of interest in working with individuals in crisis.
• Knowledge of and ability to use personal computers and software utilized by the office.

Responsibilities

• Crisis Intervention: Respond to crisis calls, in-person counseling, shelter intakes and departures, CPS reports, client follow-up, transport as needed, and case management duties.
• Care of Children: Supervise children, assist with hygiene, diet, dressing, bathing, supervised visitations, transport, and departure requirements.
• Data Management: Complete necessary forms and documentation.
• Professional Development: Complete required annual training, maintain certifications, attend meetings.
• Safety, Policies and Procedures: Ensure safety standards and infection control policies are followed.
• Shelter Activities: Coordinate or facilitate shelter programs; keep the shelter clean and orderly.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication

Detail oriented

Respect for diversity

Confidential information handling

Education

High school education

Job description

Description

Work For Good!

Wage:

$20.00/hr + up to a $2/hr shift differential

Schedule:

Typical Hours range from 7am-10pm Sunday-Saturday. Employees in this position do not have a set schedule, but will work vacant shifts, filling in for full-time and part-time staff. You would have the option of picking up hours during days, evenings, weekends and/or overnights.

Position Overview:

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Shelter Assistant to provide crisis and non-crisis intervention services for individuals in shelter. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.

By joining our team, you will make a difference every day-creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

What You'll Do:

• Crisis Intervention: Respond to crisis telephone calls, in-person crisis counseling sessions, and shelter intakes and departures. Respond to the needs of shelter clients. Assist in making CPS reports. Complete client follow-up call backs. Transport clients as necessary. Assist with case management duties as assigned.
• Care of Children: Maintain vigilant child supervision. Assist children with hygiene, diet, dressing and bathing. Assist with supervised visitations. Assist with routine appointments for children and transport as necessary. Complete child departure requirements.
• Data Management: Complete necessary forms and documentation.
• Professional Development: Complete required annual training. Maintain required certifications and proficiencies. Attend assigned meetings.
• Safety, Policies and Procedures: Ensure safety standards and infection control policies are followed.
• Shelter Activities: May coordinate and facilitate shelter and non-shelter programs as assigned. Assist in keeping the shelter clean and orderly.

What We'll Love About You:

• You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
• You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
• You are able to effectively communicate.
• You align with our mission, vision, and values.
• You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
• You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
• You are able to show awareness for respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employee and clients.

Benefits:

• Employee Referral Bonus: Current employees who refer an employee to work at CHS can earn up to $1,000

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Education: High school education required
• Licensure: Valid driver’s license preferred.
• References that can depict level of interest in working with individuals in crisis.
• Knowledge of and ability to use personal computers and software utilized by the office.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Environment focused on care of individuals in crisis situations. The employee is regularly required to bend and sit on the floor. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to physically restrain a child in ways t o teach the Agency while being able to ...

Must successfully complete all required background/pre‑employment checks. EOE/AA.

Join us at Children's Home Society and truly 'Work for Good' every day, helping to change the world one child, one family, and one smile at a time.

Salary Description

$20.00/hr + up to $2/hr shift differential