Shelter Coordinator (30 Day Program)

Job Summary

The Fairbanks Rescue Mission is seeking a detail-oriented and organized

Shelter Coordinator plays a vital role in overseeing the daily operations of the shelter program, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for residents. This position requires a compassionate individual who can provide crisis intervention, and coordinate services for individuals in need. The coordinator will work closely with various community programs to promote the well-being of residents and facilitate access to necessary resources. Responsible for making the Mission run efficiently by performing a wide variety of duties to oversee the cleanliness, orderliness, safety, and security of the facility.

Duties

• Physically able to walk the grounds on a periodic basis to conduct building security checks and lift up to 40 pounds.
  
• Completing new client admissions.
  
• Documenting client interactions.
  
• Supervising chores and room checks.
  
• Maintain a secure environment by enforcing safety protocols.
  
• Overseeing medication distribution.
  
• Providing crisis intervention and safety planning.
  
• Maintaining program and client confidentiality.
  
• Ensuring safety and security of the program and residents.
  
• Oversees daily operations, manages client services, and ensures compliance with regulations.
  
• Oversees operational needs, program objectives, and safety and cleanliness of the shelter.
  
• Responsible for calling law enforcement and professional medical assistance when necessary.
  
• Implement crisis intervention strategies to address immediate needs and conflicts among residents.
  
• Facilitate communication between residents and external service providers, including social workers and healthcare professionals.
  
• Oversee data entry, filing, and data collection processes to maintain accurate records of resident progress and program outcomes.
  

Experience

• Experience working with people with addictive behaviors, mental illness, and/or co-occurring disorders strongly desired.
  
• Strong communication skills are necessary for effective interaction with residents and external partners.
  
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to multi-task, strong organizational skills, and crisis intervention skills.
  
• Work with minimal direction and make decisions involving significant discretion while observing professional boundaries.
  
• Computer literacy, including a good working knowledge of basic software applications.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
• First aid certification is advantageous for ensuring resident safety and well-being.
  
• Must have driver�s licenses.
  

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.67 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
  
• Life insurance
  
• Paid time off
  
• Professional development assistance
  
• Vision insurance
  

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
  
• Evening shift
  
• Holidays
  
• Monday to Friday
  
• Weekends as needed
  

Work Location: In person