Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discounts
Free food & snacks
Training & development

We are continuously accepting applications for Shelter Supervisor. Please apply to this job posting if you are interested in a future career opportunity with the Rescue Mission of Roanoke.

Who We Are:

Since 1948, The Rescue Mission of Roanoke has been on the mission of “Helping Hurting People in Jesus’ Name.” The Mission nourishes the mind, body, and spirit, through dedicated team members and volunteers that extend the compassion of Christ to our neighbors in need.

We are a non-profit, faith based, equal opportunity employer.

Shelter Supervisors serve as a minister to individuals in crisis who seek shelter at the Rescue Mission. They represent the Rescue Mission in the spirit of Christ as an encourager while facilitating families and women to move on to productive and independent living.

Reports to: Shelter Manager

Hours of Availability:

The Shelter provides services to guests 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

Schedules are determined by the needs of the services we provide and can be discussed during the interview process.

Shelters’ Location:
4th Street, SE

Roanoke, VA 24013

Compensation: $17.00 (minimum)/hour (non-exempt/hourly)

Our Team Members should exhibit the following:
·Possess a sincere love of Christ and maintain a Christian Walk that is evident of that love.
Individuals must be willing to adhere to The Rescue Mission of Roanoke’s Code of Ethics.
·Demonstrates a genuine interest in the safety and well-being of our guests and team members.
·Understanding of volunteer engagement and ability to utilize and appreciate volunteers in daily tasks.
·Strong work ethic and commitment to work as scheduled to include holidays and weekends as assigned.
·Strong listening, as well as written & verbal communication skills to execute instructions, keep others informed and exhibit professionalism.
·Demonstrated attention to detail/strong organizational skills to assist with multiple daily assignments and special projects.
· Ambitious to exceed expectations.

Job Specific Qualifications
·Experience working with individuals living with mental health and substance use disorder; helpful.
Desire to minister to and love those who need help and Jesus Christ
·Patient and compassionate presence
·Previous experience with conflict resolution techniques, helpful
·Willingness to work nights and weekends as needed
·Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Gmail, basic grammar

Career Summary (may include other duties as assigned)
Shelter Supervisors will supervise shelter guests by enforcing shelter policies with guests, coaching for accountability, follow the HMIS check-in/out process (includes move-in/out), providing accurate census of guests, assist with appointment management, monitor security protocols (doors/entry), room checks and promoting a team environment for guests, volunteers, and team members.

Administrative duties include completion of records/documents, inspections, incident reports, medication distribution, phone calls, supply maintenance.

Conflict resolution/deescalating potentially volatile situations and reporting to appropriate persons as needed. Assist volunteers and/or interns to include training.

All Rescue Mission of Roanoke team members may be asked to complete other duties as assigned by the leadership/management. The expectation is to complete these assignments as requested.

Physical demands essential to performing the job duties of this position (not an all-inclusive list).
Prolonged computer use; computer screen exposure
Consistently - Communicating with others to exchange information; verbally and/or electronically
Frequent periods of moving around to accomplish a task; sitting and standing
Occasional periods of standing, stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling objects
Lift up to 30 pounds; not typically repetitive
Temperatures may vary depending on activity/events; indoor/outdoor exposure
Noise levels may vary depending on activity/event and/or location
Occasional– exposure to general cleaning chemicals

The Rescue Mission of Roanoke is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace.

We look forward to reviewing your qualifications!

Since 1948, the Rescue Mission has continued a tradition of comprehensive care to those in crisis in our community. The homeless, the hungry, the chemically addicted, the impoverished and the hopeless have all found a warm welcome at the Rescue Mission.

Men, women and children have found a safe place and compassionate friends in their darkest moments. The Rescue Mission is open 24 hours/day and 365 days/year and provides food, clothing, shelter, an on-site clinic, Recovery Program, case management, and aftercare services. All people in crisis are served regardless of race, gender, creed, age, or ethnicity.

In addition, the Rescue Mission operates a Donation and Recycling Center, 2^nd Helpings – Gallery and Shop, Thrift 460, and has an online store presence. All proceeds from sales benefit the programs of the Rescue Mission.

With the mission statement “helping hurting people in Jesus’ name,” the Rescue Mission of Roanoke nourishes the mind, body, and spirit, through dedicated staff and volunteers that extend the compassion of Christ to our neighbors in need.

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