Engagement Specialist for Faith Mission Columbus

Job Description

Job Description

Engagement SpecialistMen's Shelter | Full Time Nights**Pay Rate - $20/hour PLUS Shift Differentials for Evenings, Nights and weekends!**Ideal candidates will share Our Mission: Creating a better world by serving people in need.Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is currently seeking Engagement Specialists for Faith Mission in Columbus, Ohio. Faith Mission is one of the largest homeless shelters in Columbus, Ohio, providing meals and shelter to men, women and Veterans with dignity and compassion. What will I do as an Engagement Specialist with Lutheran Social Services?Greets all volunteers, residents and prospective residents. Provides communication, information, and supplies to residents as needed related to shelter services including bed assignments, locker assignments, towels, bedding and self-care suppliesMaintains overall cleanliness and sanitation of shelter facility including resident dorms, hallways, floors and lounges in assigned areasAssigns and supervises resident service work and encourages residents to fully participate in agency services and campus communityHolds shelter residents accountable for upholding shelter rules and expectations. Communicates any issues or concerns to Manager or Case Manager as appropriateTakes resident attendance, maintains bed count and ensures shelter capacityAssists in donation receiving and deliveryProvides information to clients on Faith Mission and other services such as medical, dental and vision care, community resources and diversion services during absence or high volume timesFacilitate shift report to oncoming shift personnelEscort volunteers and staff between buildings as neededAssist with shelter laundry servicesPerform all other duties as requestedRequirements for an Engagement Specialist with Lutheran Social Services:High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience is required. Experience with homeless or other special needs populations, preferred. Ability to communicate with diverse groups of individuals. Ability to work a flexible schedule, as needed.As one of the largest non-for-profits in Central Ohio, we value our employees. Our excellence is based upon team members dedicated to a fulfilling career and committed to the service of others.Benefits for Full-time positions* with Lutheran Social Services include:Health insuranceTuition Reimbursement Program403(b) retirement plan with employer matched savingsDental and Vision insuranceMedical and Childcare Flexible Spending (FSA)Health Savings AccountPTO and 12 Paid HolidaysDiscount MarketplaceOpportunity to make a positive impact on individuals & the community*some part-time positions may be eligible for some benefits as wellAbout Lutheran Social Services:We put our mission of service into action. Every day LSS serves thousands of people in 21 Ohio counties by addressing the four core societal issues of food, shelter, safety, and healing. LSS offers food pantries, housing and supportive services through homeless shelters, domestic violence services, health care, affordable housing communities, and other services that uplift families and strengthen communities.Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is committed to being an equal opportunity employer.