Intake Center Program Associate - (Full time, $18.00/hour)

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County•Syracuse, NY

22d•$18

About The Position

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is dedicated to caring for those in need while promoting human development, collaboration, and the elimination of poverty and injustice; helping people in need regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity, or nationality. We believe that all people have infinite value and are worthy of our respect and compassion. Above all, we are committed to creating hope and transforming lives. We believe that quality service begins with a passionate, motivated and hardworking workforce; a positive and caring work environment, and recognition for the challenging work our employees perform in service to others. For these reasons and many more Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is a great place to work! Flexible Work Schedules Remitted Tuition Professional Development Competitive Pay and Work Life Benefits Professional Supervision and Coaching Recognition and Appreciation Programs Opportunities for Growth and Promotion

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or G.E.D. with up to three (3) years relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Valid N.Y.S. Driver’s License
N.Y.S. Central Registry clearance.
Mobility sufficient to drive to and participate in meetings at client’s homes and/or community facilities which may not meet Federal accessibility standards for disabled individuals.
Mobility sufficient to work in an office environment.
Manual dexterity sufficient to operate office equipment including machines.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with homeless population preferred.

Responsibilities

The Program Associate will facilitate the transport of individuals and families to shelter.
Conduct initial diversion/intake screening prior to contacting 211 to verify homelessness eligibility of individuals and families.
Support the quarantine placement of COVID individuals and families in DSS-contracted hotel.
Respond to all incoming calls from clients and/or providers.
Complete a diversion screening with walk-in clients prior to calling 211 to confirm homelessness eligibility.
Pick up clients and transport them to the appropriate shelter as determined by 211/DSS.
Support quarantine of COVID clients through proper documentation prior to their hotel placement, transportation to quarantine, and providing food, hygiene items, hotel rules.
Work with designated hotel agencies/shelters to provide a warm client hand off.
Maintain and update transportation logs and documentation via shift notes.
Communicate with other shift Program Associates/Caseworkers/admin as needed.
Ensure there is adequate staffing prior to leaving a shift.
Observes all safety rules and regulations including use of personal protective equipment.