Shelter Attendant - WestCare Foundation : Job Details

Shelter Attendant

Job Details

Job Location

Bullhead City - 720 Hancock - Bullhead City, AZ

Education Level

High School

Salary Range

$18.00 - $18.00 Hourly

Description

Position Summary:

Person in this position provides services to clients in the Domestic Violence Shelter

Essential Job Functions:

• Complete documentation of services on provided forms in a timely manner.

• Provides client supervision in daily activities and general program operations.

• Provides crisis counseling and support to victims and children.

• Presents groups and activities designed to support children who have witnessed domestic violence.

• Conduct and coordinate childrens groups and activities.

• Oversees overall facility maintenance and meal preparation.

• All Child and Adult Food Care Program (CACFP) duties as required.

• CACFP Duties to include: Meal count & Menus

• Daily point of service recordkeeping including meal count worksheets, menus, infant feeding records & food temperature log.

• Provides input into the clients treatment needs and disposition.

• Assists other WestCare staff as needed in a collaborative manner to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community.

• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

Certifications/Licenses:

• Possess or able to obtain Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint clearance card

• Able to pass Arizona Central Registry background check

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Associates of bachelors degree preferred

Experience and Competencies:

• Minimum of 1 year experience working within a social service setting

• Ability to work collaboratively with others in a manner that is pleasant and professional.

• Ability to work well in a team environment.

• Ability to exercise good judgement and discretion.

• Ability to operate a computer and complete documents in Microsoft Word program formats or the ability to learn.

• Ability to respond as needed to crisis situations in an efficient manner.

• Ability to complete work tasks within scheduled work hours.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Willing to seek out new work projects and contribute ideas and efforts to the constant improvement of WestCare services.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed primarily in a residential setting

• Normal work hours are from a.m. to p.m. Regular attendance is required. Working overtime required and essential to perform job duties at times.