Shelter Aide (PT $17.00/Hr)

Overview

Thrive and Change Lives

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is dedicated to caring for those in need while promoting human development, collaboration, and the elimination of poverty and injustice; helping people in need regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity, or nationality. We believe that all people have infinite value and are worthy of our respect and compassion. Above all, we are committed to creating hope and transforming lives.

We believe that quality service begins with a passionate, motivated and hardworking workforce; a positive and caring work environment, and recognition for the challenging work our employees perform in service to others. For these reasons and many more Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is a great place to work!

Flexible Work Schedules

Remitted Tuition

Professional Development

Competitive Pay and Work Life Benefits

Professional Supervision and Coaching

Recognition and Appreciation Programs

Opportunities for Growth and Promotion

Responsibilities

The Shelter worker will help direct and assist clients in routine shelter activities such as meals, laundry, and housekeeping. Respond to client and shelter emergencies and notify appropriate personnel in a timely fashion. Assist and advocate for clients to suggest appropriate programs and services. Explain and maintain shelter policies and procedures. They will also help assist in routine shelter maintenance. Maintain guidelines established by the funding sources and Catholic Charities policies and procedures.

This position is Part Time (4 pm - 12 am, Saturday, Sunday & Monday ). Position pay is $17.50 Per Hour 

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Required at Entry :

• H.S. Diploma/G.E.D. with three (3) years relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience working with a specific population preferred.

Licenses/Certificate/Clearances:

• N.Y.S. Child Abuse Registry clearance.

Skills/Abilities:

• Customer service skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.

Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands:

• Mobility sufficient to drive to and participate in meetings at client’s homes and/or community facilities which may not meet Federal accessibility standards for disabled individuals.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to work with children/adults in a challenging and active environment.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building on our foundation of a diverse workforce; and fostering an inclusive environment that encourages the recruitment and engagement of a workforce that fully represents the community we serve. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race), color, creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, prior arrest/conviction record, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status of being transgender, ancestry, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, reproductive health decision making, or any other basis prohibited by law.