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HOMELESS SHELTER ADVOCATES
6-PART TIME ADVOCATES/6-ON CALL ADVOCATES
RED LAKE HOMELESS SHELTER
OPEN: January 11, 2021 CLOSING: January 29, 2021 @ 12:00 p.m.
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
To implement the mission of the Red Lake Homeless Shelter, demonstrate a high level of quality, effectiveness and caring in providing services for the residents. Reports to Program Manager, rotating 8 hour shifts, part-time positions; salary $12.00 hourly.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
• Answer the telephone and door; respond appropriately to all inquiries.
• Stay informed about what shelter beds are full or available and who is currently staying at the shelter.
• Read daily log to keep updated on relevant information, make entries every shift of information pertinent to shelter operations.
• Make decisions regarding which applicant individuals and families to admit for shelter, according to Red Lake Homeless Shelter policies.
• Complete intake procedures and orientation with new residents and complete other forms as needed.
• Complete discharge papers with exiting residents, clean vacated bedrooms/bed areas, prepare bed for next residents.
• Work with residents to accomplish household activities.
• Complete household activities that are not resident responsibilities: cooking, house laundry, cleaning staff bath and office, keeping storeroom and attic clean and neat.
• Provide information and referral services to residents and non-resident clients as they seek housing and resources for other needs.
• Understand and maintain resident/client confidentiality and stat privacy standards.
• Serve as a mandated reported of child or vulnerable adult maltreatment.
• Make resident and staff safety a priority in all decisions.
• Build positive informal relationships with residents, teaching functional life skills by example in the areas of home management, parenting, budgeting, etc.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service training, and other relevant training.
• Refer non-standard situations to Program Manager for final decision.
• Understand emergency procedures and implement when needed.
• Never leave the shelter property without another staff person in attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/ WORK EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School Diploma/GED Certificate.
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills.
• Basic computer knowledge/experience.
• One (1) year experience working with homeless people.
• Knowledge/experience working with the Native American people.
• Basic knowledge of available human services.
• Excellent work ethics (on time daily, ready to start).
• Must have telephone and reliable transportation.
• Employment contingent upon successfully passing Pre-Employment Drug/Alcohol Test and Background Check
TO APPLY: Applications and copies of certificates/diplomas are accepted at the Government Center – Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 546, Red Lake, MN 56671 Phone (218) 679-1847
Fax (218)-679-4176.
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