Seasonal Winter Shelter Lead Aide

Lincoln County; Newport (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The Lincoln County Community Shelter and Resource Center is seeking a Winter Shelter Lead Aide to oversee and support a team during the winter season. Responsibilities include on-the-job training, coordinating tasks with supervisors, and leading quality improvement efforts while ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for guests.

This is a seasonal, part-time position at the Newport shelter, with up to 40 hours per week during winter. Shifts are 5pm–12am and 12am–8am.

Qualifications

• One year of work experience with disadvantaged/disenfranchised populations that includes exposure to individuals who are unhoused.
• Bilingual and/or bicultural competencies for the Latino population are desired but not required.
• Any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the above-described duties as determined by the County.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-job training and new hire orientation, assigns tasks, works collaboratively with supervisor or manager to motivate, engage and support staff.
• Monitor team performance and reports on metrics, quality improvement and assurance projects.
• Screen guests for prohibited items and kenneling needs upon entry, provide storage bags and document belongings.
• Assist with cleaning, site upkeep, kitchen, laundry, meals, showers, restrooms, and supportive services.
• Facilitate and monitor guests with laundry or showers, or restrooms and smoking breaks access.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for shelter guests, and staff.
• Staff reception area to include guest engagement and answering phones, handing out hygiene items and monitoring facility safety.
• Assist with meal preparation and distribution.
• Inventory and maintain supplies, including kitchen and cleaning supplies (bleach, gloves, masks, etc.).
• Maintain the safety and security of the facility.
• Ensure that the shelter facility rules and regulations are followed.
• Conduct searches and security checks of guests and facility and document findings within the guidelines.
• Report any issues or problems encountered with residents.
• Assist clients with navigation to resources.
• May be assigned other duties.

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

The Lincoln County Community Shelter and Resource Center is seeking a Winter Shelter Lead Aide to oversee and support a team during the winter season. Responsibilities include on-the-job training, coordinating tasks with supervisors, and leading quality improvement efforts while ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for guests.

This is a seasonal, part-time position at the Newport shelter, with up to 40 hours per week during winter. Shifts are 5pm–12am and 12am–8am.