Shelter Assistant

Description

Job Title: Shelter Assistant for Emergency Houseless Shelter 

Job Type: Work Study

Location: Ames IA

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our team as an Emergency Homeless Shelter Assistant. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing support to the Shelter Coordinators with office duties, cleaning, and organizing. The position will be supervised by the Director and Assistant Director of Shelter.

Responsibilities:

- Assist Shelter Coordinators with office duties such as answering phones, filing, and data entry.

- Maintain a clean and organized environment in the shelter.

- Ensure that all areas of the shelter are kept clean and tidy.

- Provide support to shelter residents as needed.

- Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required.

- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director and Assistant Director of Shelter.

Requirements:

- Work Study Eligibility REQUIRED

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- Previous experience working in social services preferred.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Strong organizational and time management skills.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect the privacy of shelter residents.

- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you are passionate about helping those in need and want to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

Requirements

This is a WORK STUDY position ONLY.

You MUST be eligible for WORK STUDY to fill this position.

If you are not sure if you are work study eligible, please contact the Student Employment Center:

In Person: Student Employment Center Room 0640 Beardshear Hall
By Phone: (515) 294-JOBS [5627]

or
By Email: [email protected]