Shelter Advocate I - 2nd Shift

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory is seeking a Shelter Supervisor to oversee intake, client supervision, and daily operations within the shelter. You will ensure safety, coordinate basic services, and maintain records in accordance with policy.

Responsibilities include conducting intake interviews, assigning rooms, coordinating with case managers, de-escalation during crises, answering calls, and supervising volunteers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with the homeless population desirable.
• Equal opportunity employer; veterans and others encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conducts intake interviews for new shelter residents.
• Monitors room assignments and distributes basic necessities.
• Provides necessary supervision of shelter and residents, assuring that rules and policies are being followed.
• Assist with client need, refer to case manager as appropriate.
• Provide de-escalation and crisis response.
• Answers telephone calls, taking messages when appropriate.
• Maintain cleanliness of shelter common areas.
• Assist with food service preparations and serving.
• Ensures shift is documented according to procedures.
• Performs room inspections.
• Supervises volunteers, when assigned.

Skills

Supervision

Intake interviews

De-escalation

Crisis response

Communication

Volunteer supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Objective:

Provide supervision and intake of clients, maintaining security, and providing supportive services.

Essential Functions:

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Conducts intake interviews for new shelter residents.
• Monitors room assignments and distributes basic necessities.
• Provides necessary supervision of shelter and residents, assuring that rules and policies are being followed.
• Assist with client need, refer to case manager as appropriate.
• Provide de-escalation and crisis response.
• Answers telephone calls, taking messages when appropriate.
• Maintain cleanliness of shelter common areas.
• Assist with food service preparations and serving.
• Ensures shift is documented according to procedures.
• Performs room inspections.
• Supervises volunteers, when assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Certifications: N/A

Experience: Experience working with the homeless population desirable

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.