Shelter Support Attendant
Position Overview
KLEO Community Family Life Center (KLEO) is seeking an individual to serve as a Shelter Support Attendant. This role is responsible for executing the daily logistical and environmental activities of the shelter under the direction of the Shelter Program & Client Services Manager. The selected individual will support the mission of KLEO by ensuring a clean, safe, and organized environment for all residents and program initiatives.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
- Logistical Support: Assist with the logistical setup for new arrivals, including preparing linens, bed assignments, and welcome kits.
- Facility Oversight: Conduct hourly walking inspections of all interior and exterior facility areas to ensure safety and order.
- Nutrition Services: Support the distribution of meals and snacks, including the setup and cleaning of dining areas.
- Laundry Operations: Manage regular laundry services for linens, towels, and resident clothing.
- Maintenance & Inventory: Perform regular custodial and janitorial duties to maintain facility standards.
- Supply Logistics: Assist with receiving, unloading, and stocking food or facility supply deliveries.
- Policy Guidance: Communicate and encourage resident adherence to shelter rules and safety policies.
- Conflict Resolution & De-escalation: Actively practice proven de-escalation techniques to manage resident conflicts and consistently enforce shelter policies and procedures to ensure a safe community environment.
- Emergency Response: Respond to facility emergencies in a timely and professional fashion.
- Team Participation: Attend staff meetings and work cooperatively with other team members to support shelter operations.
- Other: Performance of all other duties as needed and assigned by the Shelter Program & Client Services Manager, Director of Shelter Operations, COO and President/CEO.
Qualifications
Education
- High School/GED or four-years of equivalent experience.
General Physical Requirements
- Ability to exert up to 25 pounds of force to move objects.
- Ability to carry laundry and supplies up four flights of stairs.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while on-site.
Skills & Abilities
- Experience providing services to individuals experiencing homelessness is preferred.
- Proficiency with Google Workspace or MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Sensitivity to issues of diversity and commitment to being a team player.
Conditions of Employment
- Successful completion of a Background Check.
- Possession of or ability to complete CPR Training.
- Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with KLEO policy and ADA standards.