Winter Shelter Hypothermia Coordinator (Overnight)

Shelter House, Inc; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K contributions

13 Paid Holidays

2 Floating Holidays

Birthday Off

Team Building Events

Job summary

Shelter House, Inc in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Hypothermia Coordinator to support the temporary program during the winter season. Shift options include Mon-Fri (4pm-12am) and (12am-8am), with weekend availability also listed.

The role involves setting up the space, transporting participants with Shelter House vehicles, and coordinating participant orientations and meals. The position requires hands-on duties, detailed record-keeping, and engagement with shelter resources, case management, and

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth running of the hypothermia program and a safe and welcoming environment for participants.
• Document the completion of regular walkthroughs of the site to ensure safety of the building and participants.
• Organizing and passing out cots and bedding once the floors have been swept and mopped.
• Cleaning and organizing supplies, cots, and bedding in the storage area.
• Keeping the hypothermia area clean at all times.
• Notifying the supervisor of any critical incidents and completing a Critical Incident Report before the end of shift for supervisor review and submission.
• Providing support, problem resolution, and emergency crisis intervention and stabilization services for shelter guests.
• Performing frequent physical activities, including unloading and stocking donations, distributing supplies, laundry, organizing, and completing grounds and facility checks.
• Preparing coffee and setting out continental breakfast in the morning.
• Maintaining the dignity and confidentiality of all participants during service delivery and treating each participant with dignity and respect.
• Completing intakes with new participants, including explaining the program, schedule, expectations/community guidelines, completing paperwork, and ensuring participants understand shelter safety expectations.
• Providing orientations and tours to new participants and answering questions about the facility and available resources and services.
• Ensuring participants's basic needs are met by distributing toiletries, laundry supplies, and other items as needed or requested.
• Respectfully and firmly reminding participants of agreed-upon safety guidelines and de-escalating crisis situations as needed.
• Encouraging participants to engage with case management services through the shelter and Drop-In Day Program.
• Reviewing and updating the daily hypothermia shelter log by documenting all interactions with participants and any other significant events; completing other required logs and reviewing emails and incident reports.
• Completing efficient and informative shift exchanges with incoming and outgoing staff to maintain consistency throughout the day.
• Maintain and Operate Shelter House Vehicles.
• Safely and responsibly operate company vehicles to support program and participant needs.
• Ensure transportation routes are traveled safely, efficiently, and in a timely manner in accordance with all applicable laws and agreed-upon schedules.
• Provide assistance to passengers with disabling conditions as necessary.
• Maintain shelter vehicles, including inspection, cleanliness, refueling, and reporting maintenance needs.
• Track and document all vehicle-related services and submit receipts as needed.
• Maintain and submit driving logs detailing all trips made.
• Document and report vehicle- or building-related incidents to the Residential Supervisor or a member of the management team as soon as possible.
• Serve as emergency personnel; this position must report to work as scheduled regardless of circumstances (inclement weather, highway congestion, etc.).
• Participate in staff meetings and staff trainings as directed by supervisor.
• Proficiently operate a personal computer, fax, printer, copier, and Microsoft Office products (email, calendar, drive, etc.).
• Exemplify the Shelter House core values of iC.A.R.E.: Inclusivity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Empowerment.
• Perform other duties deemed necessary to support the program and agency.

Job description

Shelter House, Inc in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Hypothermia Coordinator to support the temporary program during the winter season. Shift options include Mon-Fri (4pm-12am) and (12am-8am), with weekend availability also listed.

The role involves setting up the space, transporting participants with Shelter House vehicles, and coordinating participant orientations and meals. The position requires hands-on duties, detailed record-keeping, and engagement with shelter resources, case management, and