Shelter Care & Safety Specialist (Part-Time)

Boston Rescue Mission; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Part time

Job summary

Boston Rescue Mission in Boston, MA is seeking a Part-time Shelter Support role to provide direct care and primary service delivery to shelter guests, including admissions, triage, bed assignments, meal coordination and safety oversight.

The role supports guests with personal needs, coordinates with case management, and collaborates with Health Care For The Homeless staff to address medical needs. BRM is an Equal Opportunity Employer inviting diverse applicants.

Responsibilities

• Shift set-up and preparation responsibilities including checking resources, rosters, bed sheets, cot set-up, towels, gloves, universal precaution supplies, meal/ pastry case stocked.
• Facilitate admission of guests, documenting name, date of birth, social security number whenever possible.
• Complete safety checks through each floor of the building with flashlight to provide oversight and care to any needs guests may have through the night.
• Greet, direct and refer guests from the points of engagement at the time of admission or at a point of interaction.
• Including random searches of guest’s belongings and garments for contraband, as well as, redirecting disputes, conflict resolution and maintaining a safe and secure environment for all staff and guests.
• Assist guests with personal hygiene needs on an as needed basis.
• Encourage optimal communication via verbal, written and voice mail forums with all team members and the Vice President of Programs.
• Employ the least restrictive means of intervention in all shelter interventions with guests in order to provide a clear and welcoming environment for the guests we serve.
• Utilize available case management staff to assist with case management needs of guests on an as needed basis.
• Provide assistance to Health Care For The Homeless staff in addressing medical needs of guests.

Job description

Boston Rescue Mission in Boston, MA is seeking a Part-time Shelter Support role to provide direct care and primary service delivery to shelter guests, including admissions, triage, bed assignments, meal coordination and safety oversight.

The role supports guests with personal needs, coordinates with case management, and collaborates with Health Care For The Homeless staff to address medical needs. BRM is an Equal Opportunity Employer inviting diverse applicants.