Support Specialist, SWASHLOCK
3 weeks ago
Support Specialist, SWASHLOCK
503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA * Los Angeles, CA, USA
Req #11227
Monday, September 23, 2024
Role:Support Specialist, Swashlock
Reports to: Program Manager, Access Center
Program: Swashlock
Location: Annenberg Access Center- 503 Olympic Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90401
Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt (hourly), Non-ManagementSchedule: Sunday -Thursday: (Sunday: 7:30am-12noon), (Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 7:30am- 5pm) (Wednesday: 7:30am-4:30pm)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Planning (403b), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), etc.
SUMMARY
Using evidence-based practices such as harm reduction, housing first, and trauma-informed care, the Swashlock Support Specialist will act as the first point of contact for immediate client needs for all Shower, laundry and locker services. The Swashlock Support Specialist ensures that the program flow of services is implemented and follows the program protocol and procedures for services.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Swashlock Monitor will:
- Ensure clients understand the program components and welcome clients.
- Provide accurate information regarding Access Center & SWASHLOCK services and service
hours
- Sign up participants daily for showers, laundry and lockers ensuring information is confidential.
- Assist with printing sign in sheets for showers, lockers and laundry services
- Provide daily sign-up sheets to The Swashlock Coordinator or Supervisor for the proper
recording of the daily stats. On occasion assist with data entry of the Swashlock stats.
- Keep SWASHLOCK showers, bathrooms and laundry area clean during hours of operation;
empty trash as needed
- Ensure all towels are washed, dried and folded neatly on the towel rack in a timely matter
- Assist with locker intakes, discharges and clearing locker as needed.
- Keep locker area orderly and ensure clients keep lockers clean and free from prohibited items.
- Responsible for distribution of towels, toiletries, essential items and clothing if needed; assist
with restocking hygiene items.
- Report all incidents and any repair needs to the Swashlock Coordinator and supervisor
- Engage clients into the case management process by effectively building trust and credibility;
screening requests, and directing clients appropriately.
- Assist staff in maintaining order and a smooth flow of services throughout the day
- Develop rapport/assist weekend feeding groups/Collaborators and volunteers
- Monitor and oversee client bathrooms, showers, and Laundry services area to ensure
compliance with program policies and procedures
- Assist in maintaining the Swashlock office; ensuring a clean, organized and clutter free work
space
- Provide crisis intervention using Trauma Informed Care and non violent crisis intervention
techniques.
- Communicate with the supervisor on a daily basis to report issues, concerns, suggestions and
successes
- Assist with daily operation of facility as needed, including general cleaning duties
- Document all Program related issues, concerns appropriately and in a timely matter
- Attend all staff meetings, team meetings, trainings and retreats as scheduled
- Other Duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum high school diploma/GED
- Demonstrates effective customer service skills by being able to handle difficult situations and
act professionally regardless of circumstances
- Familiarity with non-violent crisis intervention
- Familiarity with Harm Reduction and Trauma Informed Care Practices
- Able to self-motivate and to appropriately organize and motivate others
- Able to multi task: handling multiple tasks and high volume client requests. Demonstrated
knowledge of issues faced by population served (homelessness, mental illness, substance
abuse, medical issues, domestic violence, etc.)
- Able to work in a high tolerance Harm Reduction model with members who have multiple
barriers
- Experience working in a community-based setting and as part of a team
- Computer literate; able to use computerized database system for information management
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1 year of experience in a setting where your skills are displayed assisting clients in a vulnerable demographic.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Combination of field and office environment
- Regularly required to sit, stand, bend; occasionally lift or carry up to 35 lbs.
- On occasion walk or drive to different local sites
- Will necessitate working in busy and loud environments
- Will be exposed to elements like cold, heat, dust, noise and odor-* May need to bend, stoop, twist and sit throughout the day
EXPECTED BEHAVIORS OF ALL STAFF
- Act as a role model
- Demonstrate a sense of responsibility
- Continuously learn and improve
- Acknowledge your own areas of improvement
- Hear and provide honest, specific and direct feedback
- Create an environment where everyone is welcomed valued and respected
- Collaborate
Equal Opportunity Employer
The People Concern is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to non-discrimination in employment. We select the most qualified individual for the job basedon job-related qualifications regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, credit history, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or other applicable laws.
About the People Concern
The People Concern empowers the most vulnerable among us to rebuild their lives. One of Los Angeles County's largest social services agencies, The People Concern was formed in 2016 in a merger of two trusted social service organizations based in Los Angeles County, OPCC and Lamp Community. Informed by more than fifty-eight years of work in the community, The People Concern is a leading provider of, and advocate for, evidence-based solutions to the multi-faceted challenges inherent in homelessness and domestic violence.
With compassion and profound respect for those we serve, we provide a fully integrated system of care - including outreach, interim housing, mental and medical health care, substance abuse services, domestic violence services, life skills & wellness programs, and permanent supportive housing - tailored to the unique needs of homeless individuals, survivors of domestic violence, challenged youth, and others who have nowhere else to turn.
The People Concern's model of integrated and comprehensive care empowers our participants to navigate the multi-faceted obstacles in their lives, become their best selves, and ultimately, connect with and contribute to their communities.
Benefits & Perks
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Retirement Planning (403b) & Matching
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation Days
- Paid Sick Days
- Employee Assistance Plans (EAP)
- TELUS Health
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Basic Life / Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
- Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Pet Insurance
- Discounts on Hotels, Theme Parks, Concerts, Movies, Restaurants & More
- The People Concern University & Certificates
- Corporate Discounts
- Pay Type
Hourly - Min Hiring Rate
$20.00 - Max Hiring Rate
$20.00 - Travel Required
No - Required Education
High School
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