Shelter Operations & Community Assistant

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York Department of Homeless Services (DHS) is recruiting a Community Assistant to oversee daily shelter operations and assist with intake, housekeeping, and basic logistics. The role supports the smooth functioning of units across facilities during a Sunday–Thursday shift from 8 AM to 4 PM.

There are no formal education requirements. Strong written and verbal English communication and basic computer skills are essential, with residency considerations described in the posting.

Qualifications

• No formal education or experience requirements for this position.
• Candidates must understand and be understood in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform general housekeeping duties to maintain health and sanitation and support client services.
• Clean restrooms, dorms, laundry rooms, common areas, offices and kitchen; manage supplies and linen.
• Load/unload deliveries, stock supplies, transport items, distribute client mail, and escort clients as needed.
• Monitor client program activities and crowd control as required.

Skills

Excellent writing

Communication

Computer skills

Job description

The City of New York Department of Homeless Services (DHS) is recruiting a Community Assistant to oversee daily shelter operations and assist with intake, housekeeping, and basic logistics. The role supports the smooth functioning of units across facilities during a Sunday–Thursday shift from 8 AM to 4 PM.

There are no formal education requirements. Strong written and verbal English communication and basic computer skills are essential, with residency considerations described in the posting.