Shelter Aide

Job description

Position Summary: The Shelter Aide ensures overnight clients receive quality services by providing assistance while they are in residence at The Salvation Army program. Qualifications: Education/Experience: - Assist shelter clients with their daily needs while they are in residence in the shelter - Assist with meal and snack preparation, serving, and clean-up - Assure the shelter area is kept clean and orderly - Assure residents follow shelter policies and procedures - Transport or arrange for transportation of clients needing medical care - Facilitate referrals to area social service agencies to move client toward discharge from the shelter - Perform other duties as assigned - High School diploma / GED, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: - Maintain strict client confidentiality - Learn and adhere to The Salvation Army Social Services Code of Ethics - Adhere to professional codes of ethics as they apply to professional licensing - Understand and adhere to professional boundaries within and outside of the organization - Demonstrate a continued effort to increase self-awa...