Position: Shelter Worker – Cold Weather Shelter Program (CWSP)
Location: (A) Sunnyvale Armory, and (B) Gilroy Armory
Supervisor: Shelter Manager

This is a temporary position, November 1, 2008 - March 31, 2009. Must be available swing and graveyard shifts, and to work holidays

Duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for the implementation of shelter rules and security of the facility
• Provides information and referrals to shelter guests
• Distributes clothing, linens, toiletries, and any other items supplied by the program
• Provides general site clean up; reports any maintenance or janitorial needs to the Shift Manager or General Manager
• Assures safety of guests and safe operation of shelter
• Conducts room and facility checks
• Assists with monitoring meals and determining meal counts where appropriate
• Completes intake of homeless guests as required
• Assists with set up and break down for any special events or activities
• Handles all emergencies by contacting appropriate staff/agencies
• Reports any incidents and completes incident report
• Represents EHC and the program appropriately to volunteers, donors, outside agencies and the general public
• Accepts donations and hands out donation receipts
• Assists with office-related tasks as needed
• Attends meetings, workshops and trainings as requested
• Works swing & graveyard shifts, and Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• Sensitivity to the needs of homeless individuals
• Ability to work with people of diverse social backgrounds and professional rank
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Basic oral and written communication skills
• Must be computer literate
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Employment is contingent on passing required background check

To Apply Send Resume To:

Linda Jones, Program Manager
Boccardo Reception Center-BRC
Fax: #408-298-1635
Email: ljones@ehclifebuilders.org

EHC LifeBuilders is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, age, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability as defined by law, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by law.