Shelter Aide

Eva's Village•Paterson, NJ

2d•$16 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Shelter Aide assists and fills in for the House Manager. He/she is responsible for the monitoring of the residents, works closely with the supervisor, and communicates all activities of the house.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Basic computer skills.
If in recovery, must have a minimum of one year of continuous abstinence, as well as working knowledge of the 12 steps.
Must demonstrate the ability to function with minimal on-site supervision, learn quickly, follow detailed policies and procedures, and possess the ability to communicate clearly and accurately to all levels of personnel.
Must supervise residents in a fair and diplomatic manner.
Must possess the ability to diffuse crises.

Responsibilities

Embody Eva’s Village’s core values, voice and tone in order to provide an exceptional and effective experience for our clients, funders, employees and volunteers.
Maintain the sign-in/sign-out sheets.
Maintain activities log with NA/AA meetings, van, etc.
Maintain the communication book.
Responsible for client data entry into the HMIS system.
Responsible for answering the phone, relaying calls, taking messages, and mail distribution.
Responsible for the security of the program.
Responsible for all incidents concerning resident problems being reported promptly.
Promptly report to the transportation coordinator any problems concerning the van (maintenance, supplies or any household problems).
Responsible for the arrangement of transportation of residents to meetings, hospitals, etc. and, if need be, may be asked to drive.
Interface with residents, referring their problems to the proper person resulting in the resident getting the assistance he needs.
Attend mandatory in-service and staff meetings.
Responsible for urine testing/breathalyzers and recording of tests and results.
Monitor and document resident’s medication.
Responsible for assigning work details.
Responsible for seeing that resident meals are served.
Serve as a liaison between the residents and supervisory staff.
Report all breakdowns and wear and tear to the maintenance department.
Oversee periodic special work details.
Responsible for daily inspection of rooms.
Assign room and bed to new residents.
Arrange for NA/AA meetings in the house.
Perform crisis intervention when necessary.
Responsible for all office supplies and ordering when necessary.
Responsible for charting resident appointments.
Responsible for maintaining the calendar of all resident’s appointments with D.V.R., Welfare, PIC, food stamps, court dates, probation/parole, G.A.E.P. and medical clinic.
Monitor that residents are seeking jobs.
Monitor attendance at NA/AA meetings for all residents.
Perform any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.