Shelter Aide

salvarmycareers; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension contributions

403(b) retirement plan

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Birthday off with pay

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Michigan is seeking a Shelter Aide to provide overnight support to clients in residence.

You will assist with daily needs, meals, and ensure the shelter remains safe and orderly while upholding ethical standards and confidentiality. This part-time role offers benefits including health care, pension contributions, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality
• Commitment to ethics and professional boundaries
• Understanding of social service ethics and cultural awareness

Responsibilities

• Assist overnight shelter clients with daily needs
• Support meal preparation, service, and cleanup
• Keep shelter area clean and orderly
• Assist residents with shelter policies and procedures
• Arrange transportation for clients needing medical care
• Facilitate referrals to social service agencies toward discharge
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Confidentiality

Cultural sensitivity

Ethics compliance

Professional boundaries

Self-awareness

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

TEAMS

SharePoint

Job description

At The Salvation Army our employees are the heartbeat of our mission. We foster a community of passionate people dedicated to changing lives and bringing hope to those who need it most.

Position Summary: The Shelter Aide ensures overnight clients receive quality services by providing assistance while they are in residence at The Salvation Army program.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist shelter clients with their daily needs while they are in residence in the shelter
• Assist with meal and snack preparation, serving, and clean-up
• Assure the shelter area is kept clean and orderly
• Assure residents follow shelter policies and procedures
• Transport or arrange for transportation of clients needing medical care
• Facilitate referrals to area social service agencies to move client toward discharge from the shelter
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma / GED, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Maintain strict client confidentiality
• Learn and adhere to The Salvation Army Social Services Code of Ethics
• Adhere to professional codes of ethics as they apply to professional licensing
• Understand and adhere to professional boundaries within and outside of the organization
• Demonstrate a continued effort to increase self-awareness and to better understand other cultures and issues of social justice, and promote racial understanding and reconciliation

Computer Skills:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365
• Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint
• Basic computer skills

Certificates and Licenses:

• Must have and maintain a current valid driver’s license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
• Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed

Part Time (24 hour per week - Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 5pm-1am)

The Salvation Army offers the following benefits:

• Health Care Benefits which include:
  • AFLAC
  • Voluntary life insurance benefits
• Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment.
  • Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employment
• The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors. There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions.
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off which includes:
  • Sick days begin accruing the first of the month following 30 days of employment and you may begin to use accrued sick days once available.
    • Up to (6) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days.
  • Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (90) days of employment.
    • The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked.
  • You will receive up to 2 personal days per year based on date of hire.
  • Birthday off with pay.
  • Paid holidays are effective immediately

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.

Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.