Shelter Worker - Louisiana

Lemoine Company; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work Certified

Job summary

The Workforce Group a LEMOINE company is seeking compassionate Shelter Workers for emergency response operations. Seasonal positions may require travel on short notice, with deployments lasting several days to weeks or longer depending on disaster needs.

Ideal candidates can deploy within 24 to 72 hours of notification, supporting intake, meals, supplies, and safety within shelters across various sites statewide.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in customer service or human services is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work long shifts including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with resident intake, registration, and orientation upon arrival.
• Distribute meals, hygiene items, bedding, and other supplies to shelter residents.
• Monitor common areas to ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Document incidents or concerns and report them to the Shelter Supervisor.
• Help maintain order and follow shelter policies and safety procedures.
• Set up and break down shelter facilities.

Skills

Customer service

Emergency response

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Statewide, United States | Posted on 10/01/2026

Summary

The Workforce Group a LEMOINE company, is seeking compassionate, reliable individuals to join our team as Shelter Workers during emergency response operations. Shelter Workers provide direct support to shelter residents by assisting with daily services such as food distribution, hygiene supply management, resident intake, and facility cleanliness. This role is vital to ensuring a safe, clean, and respectful environment for displaced individuals during times of crisis.

These areseasonal positions and, if activated, will likely require travel on short notice, generally lasting from several days to a few weeks and possibly 30 days or more, depending on the disaster response needs. Ideal candidates for these missions will be available to deploy within 24 to 72 hours of notification.

Location

Disaster Response Locations – Various Sites Statewide

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with resident intake, registration, and orientation upon arrival.
• Distribute meals, hygiene items, bedding, and other supplies to shelter residents.
• Monitor common areas to ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Support residents with general inquiries and assist with special needs when possible.
• Document incidents or concerns and report them to the Shelter Supervisor.
• Help maintain order and follow shelter policies and safety procedures.
• Assist with setting up and breaking down shelter facilities.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Previous experience in customer service, human services, or emergency response is preferred but not required.

• Compassionate and respectful communication skills.
• Ability to work long shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, and perform light labor tasks throughout the shift.
• Team-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to safety and service.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is preferred.

ABOUT US

The Workforce Group a LEMOINE company is a Great Place to Work® Certified company. We are a team of dedicated professionals thatpull together to meet the needs of communities partnering withfederal, state, and local governments.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative actionemployer. All qualified applicants will receive considerationwithout regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age,protected veteran status, or disability status.

ABOUT US

LEMOINE is aGreat Place to Work® Certified Company. From the office to the jobsite, our team is comprised of smart, ambitious, motivated, and fun professionals. Join us in the pursuit of excellence.

LEMOINE isan equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.