Shelter Aide Berberian Shelter - Swing Shift

The Salvation Army Southern California•Modesto, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shelter Aide, under the supervision of the Shelter Operations Manager and Program Coordinator, will be responsible for providing shelter services to clients and helping to maintain the cleanliness and order of the Shelter building and grounds. This role involves direct client interaction, ensuring a safe and secure environment, and performing janitorial duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Ability to coordinate and manage multiple duties
Ability to prioritize work and multi-task simultaneous projects
Ability to communicate effectively and accurately
Ability to de-escalation

Nice To Haves

Education and /or experience in social services/substance abuse (preferred)
Experience with disadvantaged populations (preferred)
Experience in janitorial or maintenance (preferred)
Bilingual in Spanish (preferred)

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain a safe and secure environment with an emphasis on non-violent communication and intervention.
Secure shelter guests’ personal property at intake and at various times throughout the day in designated storage areas.
Direct shelter guests in cleaning and caring for the shelter areas for sleeping.
Assisting with shelter guest intakes and appointments with shelter staff, providing trauma-informed care for guests.
Monitor and assist shelter guests in laundry and day room areas, de-escalate when necessary.
Clean and sanitize all office, bathrooms, kitchen, and sleeping areas.
Maintain, clean, and organize the shelter sleeping areas, dining areas, office areas, and surrounding.
Responsible for the cleaning and general maintenance of the day room, laundry room, storage room, bathrooms, office spaces, classrooms, utility storage and mop room areas.
Assist Kitchen / Shelter Staff / Property Supervisor as needed.
Other related duties as required.