HOST POSITION - SWARTLAND

The Haven Night Shelter Welfare Organisation; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A community welfare organization in Cape Town is seeking a Host to maintain a safe environment and assist clients. Responsibilities include supervising client duties and performing administrative tasks. Candidates must have a Grade 11 Certificate, conflict management skills, and the ability to work shifts. This role offers an opportunity to work in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work shifts and alternate weekends.
• Excellent interaction with clients from various cultures.
• Team player with sober habits and no criminal record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a calm and safe environment.
• Conduct initial intake of clients.
• Supervise clients in their assigned duties.

Skills

Excellent hosting

Conflict management

Basic computer literacy

Education

Grade 11 Certificate

Job description

Chido Nenguke

30 September 2024

HOST POSITION - SWARTLAND

The Haven Night Shelter Organisation’s method is to offer social work services, rehabilitation opportunities, family reunification services, physical care and support to adult people living on the streets who are committed to reintegration.

The Haven Night Shelter Napier STREET requires the services of a Host who will report directly to the Shelter Manager.

Minimum Duties

The Host will be responsible for:

• Maintaining a calm, safe and functional environment.
• Being an excellent host to guests and clients of the Haven.
• The initial intake of clients.
• Supervising clients in their allocated duties.
• Administrative duties.
• Maintaining the cleanliness of the shelter and housekeeping.

Minimum Requirements

Reside in the area close to the shelter or in the surrounding areas, hold a Code B driver’s license, have a Grade 11 Certificate, be able to work shifts and alternate weekends, interact with clients from different cultures and religions, manage conflict situations, possess basic computer literacy (MS Office, MS Excel, Outlook), work well as part of a team, be sober, have no criminal record, be in good health. Experience in the NGO sector will be an advantage.

Please send a two-page CV and motivational letter to [e-mail]. Ensure all relevant documentation (CV and motivational letter) is attached, as incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please indicate in the subject line which shelter you are applying for: HOST: THE HAVEN NIGHT SHELTER SWARTLAND

If you do not receive a response within 3 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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The Haven Night Shelter Welfare Organisation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013).