Shelter Care & Safety Specialist

Children's Rescue Fund; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Rescue Fund is seeking a Residential Aide to provide direct care and support to residents in the shelter. You will work under the Shift Supervisor with some independent responsibilities, ensuring safety, order, and adherence to DHS guidelines.

The role requires strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills, plus the ability to handle a fast-paced environment and perform routine tasks across intake, meal distribution, and daily logs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with families or homeless population preferred.
• Food Protection Certification required.
• Background check satisfactory.
• Strong written and oral communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and learning new databases.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents and enforce facility rules under direction of Shift Supervisor.
• Complete intake, daily logs, and occupancy forms.
• Utilize CARES for intake check-ins and discharges.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and collect/verify meal deliveries.
• Distribute meals and ensure safety and security of residents and rooms.
• Monitor attendance rosters and assist with room transfers.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Under pressure

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CARES

Time clock system

Word

Excel

Job description

Children’s Rescue Fund is seeking a Residential Aide to provide direct care and support to residents in the shelter. You will work under the Shift Supervisor with some independent responsibilities, ensuring safety, order, and adherence to DHS guidelines.

The role requires strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills, plus the ability to handle a fast-paced environment and perform routine tasks across intake, meal distribution, and daily logs.