Position Description

REQ. 12-91

SHATTUCK-EMERGENCY SHELTER

LOCATION: 170 Morton St, Jamaica Plain, MA

SCHEDULE: 40 hours, Sunday, Monday, Thursday-Saturday, 7:00am-3:00pm

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Day Shift Assistant Supervisor is responsible for supervising the overall operation of the emergency shelter according to established policies and procedures on assigned shifts and in the absence of the Day Shift Supervisor.  This position requires a certain degree of computer related skills as well as the ability to perform tasks that require physical endurance and are directly related to the maintenance and cleaning of the shelter during the day; provide support and assistance to the Emergency Shelter Work Crew as needed.   Mandatory overtime may be required.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

•  A high school diploma or GED
•  Effective computer skills/knowledge
•  Possess some working knowledge of custodial procedures and physical plant operations
•  Minimum of one - two (1 - 2) years of supervisory experience in a human service setting preferably working with homeless adults
•  Demonstrated ability to work in a human service setting with a strong concentration in recovery and substance abuse treatment as well as untreated mental illness
•  Training and experience in crisis management and behavior management techniques
•  CPR,CPI certified or willingness to become certified upon hire
•  Strong leadership and team building skills
•  Ability to work and provide direction to a culturally diverse team
•  Self-motivated with an ability to identify and solve problems
•  Working knowledge of boundaries and issues related to the Code of Ethics
•  Stooping, bending, walking stretching and ability to lift guests at times
•  Physical endurance including  the ability to lift over 30 pounds or more as well as climb stairs numerous times a day
•  Ability to respond safely and quickly to emergency situations