Shelter Navigator

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Shelter Navigator to join our team at Penobscot Community Health Center. As a Shelter Navigator, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and effective operations of our shelter, while providing professional supervision to clients and supporting the Case Manager.

• Provide professional supervision to clients regarding personal hygiene and health concerns, demonstrating empathy and appropriate guidance.
• Ensure open lines of communication with other staff members at all times to ensure safe and effective operations.
• Maintain awareness of the condition and cleanliness of the building, notifying supervisor of poor conditions or repairs needed.
• Be flexible in adapting to the needs of the clinic and shelter, providing assistance and support as needed.
• Participate in the maintenance of the donor log.
• Treat all staff, clients, visitors, and volunteers with dignity and respect, maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
• Collaborate within teams to ensure Hope House services are patient-centered and mission-focused.

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Having a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and/or an appropriate length of driving experience for insurance purposes is preferred.
• Experience and/or education in mental health or Chemical Dependency appropriate to the age of clients is preferred.
• Will have up-to-date training and certification in Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross or America Health & Safety Institute.

• Federally Qualified Health Center offering integrated Medical Home Model.
• Collegial professional atmosphere with informed leadership.
• Flexible schedules supportive of work/life balance.
• Competitive compensation and generous benefits.
• PCHC cares for the WHOLE person, offering a broad range of services, including Psychiatry & Mental Health, Dental, Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Pharmacy, Geriatrics, Lab & X-Ray, Physical Therapy and Podiatry all within one organization.