Shelter Staff (On-Call)

sophiaway; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Free virtual primary and mental health

First Stop Health

Job summary

sophiaway is seeking on-call Shelter Staff to help maintain a safe, supportive environment for shelter residents and volunteers in Bellevue, WA. You will assist with daily operations, monitor the facility, and provide crisis intervention with a trauma-informed approach.

Ideal candidates have an Associate's Degree in Social Work or related field and experience with homeless populations. Duties include light cleaning, meal setup, and effective communication with leadership; paid hourly at $25.68

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services or related field is required.
• Experience working with homeless populations is preferred.
• Strong communication, compassion, and professionalism are essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor facility and ensure safety of shelter residents and volunteers.
• Provide crisis intervention and support to clients as needed.
• Apply trauma-informed care and de-escalation techniques in all interactions.
• Maintain cleanliness and assist with meal setups and daily operations.
• Communicate critical information to shelter leadership for follow-up.
• Participate in ongoing training to enhance skills.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Trauma-informed care

De-escalation techniques

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

On-Call Shelter Staff: Make a Difference in Your Community

Are you passionate about creating safe, supportive environments for those in need? We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Shelter Staff on an on-call basis. In this vital role, you'll be responsible for ensuring the well-being of shelter residents, overseeing daily operations, and providing a stable, welcoming space for both clients and volunteers.

As Shelter Staff, your primary duties include monitoring the facility, supporting clients through crisis intervention, and employing trauma-informed care and de-escalation techniques. You'll help maintain cleanliness and organization within the shelter, assist with meal setups, and communicate critical information to leadership for effective follow-up. This position offers valuable ongoing training to enhance your skills and grow within the role.

Flexible On-Call Opportunities

On-call staff are typically guaranteed at least one shift per month, with the possibility of additional shifts based on shelter needs. However, there may be times when no shifts are available.

Available shifts include:

• Day Shift: 7:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
• Swing Shift: 3:00 p.m. to 11:15 p.m.
• Overnight Shift: 11:00 p.m. to 7:15 a.m.

Please note:

We strongly prefer candidates with consistent overnight availability, as this is where we have the least scheduling flexibility.

Who Should Apply?

Ideal candidates will have an Associate's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field, and experience working with homeless populations. We're looking for individuals who can handle dynamic, sometimes challenging environments with compassion and professionalism. Basic computer skills, strong communication abilities, and the physical capacity to perform light cleaning and maintenance tasks are also essential.

At a competitive base hourly rate of $25.68, this is an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals while developing your professional skills in a rewarding field. As an added benefit, on-call staff have access to our Employee Assistance Program and are eligible for free virtual primary and mental health care through First Stop Health.

EOE

A background check is required.