Shelter Aide

**Overview**:
Under the direction of the Director of Program, Shelter, and Case Management Services, the Cara House Shelter Aide will monitor the Shelter from
- 8a.m. - 4p.m. on Saturday and Sunday

OR

4p.m. - 10 p.m. 3 days a week, Saturday, Sunday and Monday

**Duties / Responsibilities**:
The Cara House Shelter Aide
- Will ensure safety in the shelter setting.
- Will meet with the current shelter staff at the beginning of the shift to obtain updates and information from the previous shift.
- Will be responsible for preparing rooms, ensuring the shelter guest get food, showers and are settled for the night.
- Will be responsible for doing intakes for new guests.
- Will be responsible for washing /drying and folding all linen for the shelter.
- Will ensure all guests adhere to shelter rules and speak with the social worker regarding issues, notes and participant requirements.

**Qualifications**:

- High school diploma required; Associate's degree preferred.
- Two to five years of experience working with a diverse and challenging client population essential.
- Solid communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with the public, staff and program participants necessary.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening Shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Schenectady, NY 12307: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

- Schenectady, NY 12307: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person