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Title:  Residential Coordinator (Saturdays and Sundays, 5pm-1am) Level:  Coordinator  Department:  Mondloch Place  Reports to:  Operations Manager  Pay Rate:  $20/hr  Location:  Alexandria, VA  (Richmond Highway area) FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt    About Us:   Shelter House was established in 1981 as a grassroots responder to the homelessness crisis in Fairfax County.  Since the organization’s inception, we have adapted and grown to meet community needs, all while working in partnership with government and private partners and community members. Today, Shelter House is a successful and reputable organization of over 200 employees committed to preventing and ending homelessness and domestic violence.  In the last year, our compassionate team of individuals changed the lives of nearly 2,000 individuals, half of which were children. Our Culture is built from our Core Values of Inclusivity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Empowerment (iC.A.R.E.)     About the Role:   The Residential Coordinator provides essential 24-hour awake coverage and supervision of 20 efficiency style apartment units for single individuals. The Residential Coordinator acts as the first point of contact for client needs and support.  This position is responsible for crisis intervention, facilities management, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the front desk and maintaining a positive living environment within the shelter.  The residential coordinator will ensure the safety of shelter residents and the property of Shelter House.     How you will contribute:   Ensure the safe functioning of the shelter and maintain a safe environment for clients.  Monitor visitor check-in and front desk calls and inquiries  Perform rounds and monitor the outside and inside of the building grounds   Update the daily log by documenting all interactions with clients and any other significant events in the shelter  Work closely with case managers to support and reinforce the client’s service plan and maintain ongoing communication regarding client progress  Complete efficient shift exchange with incoming/ outgoing staff and report on the day’s activities in order to maintain consistency throughout the day  Ensure all documentation pertaining to the Shelter House log is completed and in compliance with agency best practice  Evaluate and provide for basic needs of shelter clients while on shift.  Distribute household items, toiletries and other items to clients as needed.   Perform residential cleaning, including light touch-ups and washing shelter linens  Organize and restock household supplies, toiletries, linens, towels, and donations  Perform unit inspections   Maintain the dignity and confidentiality of all clients during service delivery  Maintain current knowledge and ability to administer emergency procedures to include building evacuation, health emergencies, and safety management  Accept donations and support volunteer programs and events in the shelter  Participate in staff meetings and staff training as directed   Ensure compliance with all agency policies and best practices   Proficiently utilize Google Suites applications (email, calendar, drive, docs, etc) as a part of day-to-day work requirements  Serve as emergency personnel and must report to work as scheduled regardless of circumstances (inclement weather, highway congestion, etc)  Proficiently utilize Microsoft products as a part of day-to-day work requirements.  Exemplify the Shelter House core values of (iCARE); Inclusivity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empowerment  Perform other duties deemed necessary to support the program and agency  About You:  Required:   A high school diploma or GED  2+ years of experience in human services field i.e., mental health, substance abuse, homeless and domestic viole