Shelter Program Assistant - Day Shift, Impact & Growth

Svdp Sf; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,258,000 - 74,390,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco seeks a Temporary Program Aid for the Day Shift at the MSC in San Francisco, CA. The role supports shelter operations, monitors residents, provides resources, and ensures safety.

This is a full-time, non-exempt temporary position with day shift 8:00am-4:30pm; schedule Friday-Tuesday or Wednesday-Sunday; ends around January 1, 2027. Hourly wage starts at $24.48, with paid sick leave under SF PSLO.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Good communication English skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience and ability to work with men and women who are homeless, indigent, alcoholic, mentally ill, and/or unemployed.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in crisis situations.
• Ability to learn new skills and follow procedures.
• Proficient in data entry, learning new software and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to maintain collaborative and cooperative working relationships.
• Demonstrated use of Vincentian values such as respect, dignity, integrity, collaboration, justice, stewardship, compassion, client advocacy and resourcefulness.
• Demonstrated excellence in relating to clients and performing duties.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with guests, volunteers and staff.
• Commitment to the mission of St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco.

Responsibilities

• Provide resource and referral information for clients
• Responsible for respectful and courteous treatment of all clients at all times.
• Monitor and control activities in the Shelter and Drop In, ensuring the safety of residents and staff.
• Carry protective gloves at all times and use them as appropriate.
• Follow and maintain rules and regulations described in the Shelter’s operations manual.
• Implement and adhere to Standards of Care per City/County legislation.
• Use CHANGES software to record client data.
• Make area checks as assigned.
• Distribute and collect blankets and towels.
• Monitor meal lines.Responsible for cleanliness of bed and work areas, including restrooms.
• Attend monthly all-staff meetings.
• Perform other appropriate duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Data entry

Collaboration

Crisis management

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Tools

CHANGES software

Microsoft Word

Job description

St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco seeks a Temporary Program Aid for the Day Shift at the MSC in San Francisco, CA. The role supports shelter operations, monitors residents, provides resources, and ensures safety.

This is a full-time, non-exempt temporary position with day shift 8:00am-4:30pm; schedule Friday-Tuesday or Wednesday-Sunday; ends around January 1, 2027. Hourly wage starts at $24.48, with paid sick leave under SF PSLO.