Shelter Technician (Full-time)

Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe•Cass Lake, MN

About The Position

The Shelter Technician supervises residents during scheduled shifts at the Cass Lake Emergency Shelter. The role supports residents’ personal goals and assists with program objectives while helping maintain a safe, clean, and well-run shelter. Duties include preparing meals, managing household tasks, monitoring residents and their prescribed medications, and connecting clients or guests with appropriate services. The position is non-exempt and safety-sensitive, has no supervisory duties, and requires availability 24 hours/on call.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is preferred.
Familiarity with Leech Lake Human Services programs and services.
Familiarity with the Leech Lake Reservation and surrounding area.
Good oral and written communication and customer service skills.
Understanding of Native American cultural values, lifestyles, and traditions.
High degree of professional ethics.
If chemically dependent, must document one year of chemical-free sobriety.
Must be available 24 hours/on call.
Must be a team player and able to work collaboratively.
Valid Minnesota driver’s license.
Pre-employment drug testing is mandatory for all Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe safety-sensitive positions.

Nice To Haves

Current vehicle insurance or the ability to be insured is preferred.
Native American preference.
CPR/First Aid, Narcan, and Bloodborne Pathogens training must be completed within 90 days.

Responsibilities

Cook, wash dishes, grocery shop, and organize donated clothing, linens, shoes, and other items.
Distribute, monitor, and document clients’ prescribed medication.
Monitor, supervise, and document residents’ daily activities and behaviors.
Provide active support to residents’ personal goals.
Supervise household tasks to help ensure the premises and grounds are maintained, balanced meals are prepared, and linens are changed periodically.
Assign residents’ chore duties.
Assist staff in fulfilling program goals and objectives.
Assist clients and guests or refer them to appropriate programs or personnel.
Answer and route phone calls, take messages, respond to routine inquiries, and document calls.
Attend required meetings and training sessions, and attend or conduct mandatory meetings and trainings as required.
Adhere to data privacy requirements, program standards and policies, staff conduct policies, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
Perform other related duties as assigned.