Shelter Relief Manager

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory seeks a Shelter Relief Manager for Cornerstone House Emergency Shelter to oversee daily operations, ensure resident safety, and maintain a secure, sanitary facility.

This on-site role requires coordinating with the Business Manager and Caseworker, enforcing shelter rules, conducting drills, and remaining available for emergencies and holidays as needed. Open/close shifts, report repairs, and uphold the mission of The Salvation Army.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or higher education.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to interact with clients at point of need.
• First Aid Certification.
• Understand and support The Salvation Army mission.

Responsibilities

• Open & Close Cornerstone House shelter at assigned hours and follow all established procedures.
• Remain on-site for entire shift with sleep time between midnight and 7:00 a.m. and on-call for emergencies.
• Adhere to COVID-related protocols.
• Keep facility clean and sanitary and oversee residents.
• Communicate with Business Manager, Caseworker, and Corps Officer; notify of special situations.
• Notify Business Manager of repairs, needed supplies, and daily operation items.
• Work with Caseworker to stay informed of resident activities and room availability.
• Uphold Regulations and Standards; communicate rules and report violations.
• Conduct monthly fire drills as scheduled by Business Manager.
• Cover shifts on holidays and during inclement weather.
• Uphold The Salvation Army mission and ministry principles.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Client interaction at point of need

First Aid Certification

Understanding of The Salvation Army's

Ability to work on-site overnight"

Education

High School Diploma or higher education

Job description

The Shelter Relief Manager will perform all daily operational duties at Cornerstone House Emergency Shelter, ensuring the safety of the residents and maintaining the property.

Responsibilities

The duties listed below are the primary duties of this position but are not all the duties that may be required. The Salvation Army reserves the right to change, reduce or expand the duties of this position at any time. Specifically, the primary duties are:

• Open & Close Cornerstone House shelter at assigned hours and follow all established procedures.
• Remain on-site for entire duration of shift. Regular operating hours are 6:00 pm – 8:30 am. Sleep time is allowed between the hours of midnight and 7:00 a.m., and “on call” for emergencies.
• Adhere to and enforce all COVID-related protocols
• Keep facility clean and sanitary (as outlined in operations manual). Oversee residents to ensure they are performing duties assigned.
• Keep lines of communication open with Business Manager, Caseworker, and Corps Officer, notifying of all special situations.
• Notify Business Manager of all necessary repairs, needed supplies, and other items pertaining to daily operations.
• Work closely with Caseworker to keep informed of resident activities. Provide updates on status of available rooms and usage.
• Uphold Regulation and Standards of Operations for Shelter. Communicate Rules and Regulations to all living at the shelter. Report all violations to supervisors.
• Conduct monthly fire drills as scheduled by Business Manager.
• Be available to cover shifts on specified holidays and during times of inclement weather.
• Uphold the standards and principles of The Salvation Army mission and ministry.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or higher education
• Possess Organizational Skills
• Possess skills, experience and/or training to interact with clients at point of need
• First Aid Certification
• Must understand and appreciate the mission of The Salvation Army