Temporary Program Aid-Day Shift

St.-Vincent-De-Paul-Society-of-SAN-Francisco-; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming staff

Generous benefits

Advancement opportunities

Sick time accrual under PSLO

Job summary

St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco operates the Multi-Service Center and shelters, employing over 200 staff across multiple locations. The organization works to break cycles of homelessness and domestic violence, valuing diversity and Vincentian principles.

The Temporary Program Aid will support the MSC and Drop-In Center, monitor residents, provide resources, and help ensure safety. This is a full-time, non-exempt temporary role with a daytime schedule and a conclusion around January

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficient English communication, both spoken and written.
• Experience with homeless populations and crisis situations.
• Accurate data entry and record-keeping abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and follow procedures.
• Familiarity with CHANGES software.
• Commitment to Vincentian values and mission.

Responsibilities

• Provide resource and referral information for clients.
• Respectful and courteous treatment of all clients at all times.
• Monitor and control activities in the Shelter and Drop In, ensuring safety.
• Carry protective gloves and use them as appropriate.
• Follow and maintain rules and procedures 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.
• Ensure cleanliness of bed and work areas and restrooms.
• Attend monthly all-staff meetings.
• Perform other appropriate duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Record keeping

Crisis management

Team collaboration

Client advocacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CHANGES software

Microsoft Word

Job description

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Temporary Program Aid-Day Shift

Temporary MSC, San Francisco, CA, US

* Welcoming staff * Generous benefits * Advancement opportunities

Join the St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco and be part of the solution to break the cycles of homelessness and domestic violence in San Francisco.

St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco operates the Multi-Service Center - Northern California’s largest homeless shelter, the Division Circle Navigation Center for chronically homeless individuals and couples and the Riley Center - Domestic Violence shelter and services for survivors. We have over 200 employees working in 4 locations. We are proud of our diversity and of our more than 150-year history of helping others in San Francisco. St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco’s mission is to offer hope and service, on a direct person to person basis, working to break the cycles of homelessness and domestic violence.

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor, the Temporary Program Aid is responsible for assisting in the general operation of the MSC and Drop-In Center. This position is responsible for monitoring the residents, providing resources and ensuring the safety of the shelter. This is a full-time, non-exempt, temporary position.

SCHEDULE: Day Shift: 8:00am - 4:30pm. The schedule is either Friday - Tuesday or Wednesday - Sunday. This is a temporary position ending approximately January 1, 2027.

SALARY/BENEFITS:

The Temporary Program Aid is an hourly position starting at $24.48 per hour.

Sick Time accrued in accordance with the San Francisco Paid Sick Leave Ordinance (PSLO). Employees earn 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked.

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.

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.

Covid vaccination and negative result on TB test required.

Employment offer contingent upon successful completion of background check.

This position requires current CPR and First Aid certification given by MSC.

St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco celebrates diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging and is an Affimative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction.