Safety Specialist

Status: Part-Time, Non-ExemptPay Rate: $21.50/hourSchedule: Monday 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Tuesday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Friday - Saturday 6:00 am - 1:00 pm, Sunday 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm; Off: Wednesday & ThursdayJob Summary: The Safety Specialist is responsible for providing supportive services and logistical support to the Emergency Shelter Program during designated shifts. Key responsibilities include assisting with shelter setup, maintaining the safety of the facility, and assisting with crowd control and crisis intervention. The ability to ensure a client-focused, trauma-informed housing approach are required.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Shelter SupportGoal: Ensure a safe and client-focused environment for guests to quickly end their homelessnessAssist in the implementation of shelter activities to ensure quality, guest-focused, and trauma-informed delivery of servicesEncourage and discuss progress toward housing with shelter guestsAssist with shelter setup and maintenanceAssist with general cleanliness and safety of facility including emptying trash cans and clean-upAssist with receiving and verifying orders from vendors, completing tally sheetsAssist in the organization of supplies and facilities needsMaintain a safe and functional shelter facility by providing traffic control and gate servicePerform basic searches of persons or their propertyDemonstrate responsibility during perimeter checks and fire-watch dutiesProvide client engagement support to drivers during shuttle service ride-alongAdministrationGoal: Oversee administrative duties that support program servicesAssist with keeping detailed daily summary sheetsAssist with record keeping and reportingAssist with keeping perimeter check logs and fire-watch dutiesMiscellaneousAssist with guest services and program activities if necessaryComplete ad hoc projects as appointed by SupervisorRequirements:ExperiencePossess a high level of tolerance and understanding for individuals who present for services with urgent multiple case management and health needsEnsure a client-focused, trauma-informed, and housing-focused shelter approachAbility to direct and professionally control crowds while preserving their right to personal dignityAbility to work in sync with licensed third-party security officer teamKnowledgeable about fair housing and legal concerns to advocate for the organization and the clients we serveMercy House is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr