Trauma-Informed Shelter Specialist Crisis & Safety

Mercy House, Inc.; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy House is seeking a part-time Shelter Specialist in Bakersfield, CA to provide crisis intervention and trauma-informed support within our Emergency Shelter Program. Duties include shelter setup, keeping the facility clean, and conducting neighborhood patrols to protect the community.

The role emphasizes client-focused, housing-first approaches with bilingual Spanish skills highly valued. Schedule includes mornings and weekends, and the position is non-exempt with hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Experience with crisis intervention and trauma-informed service delivery.
• Ability to work with a diverse population and maintain a safe, client-focused shelter environment.
• Spanish fluency is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Assist shelter setup and maintain cleanliness of the facility.
• Conduct neighborhood patrols to minimize community impact.
• Provide crisis intervention and trauma-informed services to guests.
• Maintain daily summaries and records; assist with administrative duties.
• Assist with receiving and verifying orders and organizing supplies.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Trauma-informed approach

Client-focused service

Spanish fluency (valued)

Job description

Mercy House is seeking a part-time Shelter Specialist in Bakersfield, CA to provide crisis intervention and trauma-informed support within our Emergency Shelter Program. Duties include shelter setup, keeping the facility clean, and conducting neighborhood patrols to protect the community.

The role emphasizes client-focused, housing-first approaches with bilingual Spanish skills highly valued. Schedule includes mornings and weekends, and the position is non-exempt with hourly pay.