Mary's Place HIRING EVENT!
Company: Mary's Place Seattle
Location: Seattle
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Description:
We invite job seekers interested in being an advocate at one of
Mary's Place's sites to come to our HIRING EVENT on January 26th,
2023, from 9 AM - 1 PM! We will do interviews on-site during this
time.Mary's Place provides safe and inclusive shelter and services
for women, children and families on their journey out of
homelessness. We operate a women's day center and several 24x7
family centers/shelters in King County. We serve hundreds of
families - moms, dads, and children-providing a safe place for them
to be inside and together at night, along with food, showers,
clothing, and access to housing and employment resources. We
believe that No Child Sleeps Outside.Valuing diversity and
championing equity are core values at Mary's Place. Mary's Place is
an equal opportunity employer with a culturally diverse work
environment and a commitment to social justice.We are looking for
our next Shelter Advocates to fill numerous roles in support of our
various sites and operations across King County!Hourly wages for
the advocate roles start at $25.00/hour.Shelter Advocates are a
responsible and energetic individual with a passion for serving
families at our 24-hour shelter locations. Family & Shelter
Advocate work with parents and children experiencing homelessness
and in need of a safe refuge. General responsibilities include
coordinating and facilitating shelter activities, providing care
and crisis management, facilitating a set program schedule,
maintaining a clean environment, and offering acceptance and
hope.We have a number of different locations with positions
available (in Seattle, Kenmore, Bellevue, and Burien), including
both FT and PT roles, and day, evening, and overnight shifts.Please
let us know that you will be joining us by submitting your
application to this event. Name your position of interest, by
checking available roles, then show up on January 26th, 2023 during
the times listed above! We look forward to meeting you! Walk-ins
are also welcome.Location Address: Mary's Place Family Center in
the Regrade, 720 Blanchard Street, Seattle, WAMary's Place Shelter
and Family Advocate Job Information:Key ResponsibilitiesGuest
Relations (35%)-- Proactively create a welcoming and affirming
environment, engage families in high-quality shelter services--
Engage guests in conversations around their housing goals and
assist them with resource navigation-- Maintain a calm, affirming
demeanor and model positive behavior, such as upholding
professional boundaries-- Address behavioral challenges, provide
trauma-informed crisis management, conflict de-escalation, and set
appropriate limits through an equity lens-- Effectively collaborate
and regularly communicate with other staff members and supervisors
to ensure consistency; a team-based, solution-oriented approach to
the work; and high-quality service delivery-- Welcome and orient
new families to shelter-provide shelter tours, explain program, and
complete and upload shelter intake documentsImplementation of
Shelter Operations & Procedures (35%)-- Collaboratively execute
shelter processes according to time of the day and in accordance
with the Shelter Policy Manual-- Maintain a clean and sanitary
shelter environment-disinfect high-touch areas; do laundry; restock
supplies; clean bathrooms and showers; vacuum, sweep, and mop
floors; clean up after meals; take out garbage, compost, and
recycling; etc.-- Serve food and adhere to all food safety and
serving protocols, including clear and consistent documentation--
Move around the facility and maintain an active and engaging
presence around shelter-- Record and report any building/facility
concerns-- Attend required trainings and monthly staff
meetingsImplementation of Guest Enrichment Programming (15%)--
Facilitate calendar of activities and events for the benefit of our
guests. Provide feedback to Shelter & Services Manager, Program
Services Director, and Site Director on effectiveness of
programming and ideas for improvement.-- Welcome and help orient
volunteers to the space and their roles; actively engage volunteer
in shelter activitiesData Entry and Information Management (15%)--
Author, upload, and maintain clear, objective, and accurate
electronic guest records, reports, and shelter documentation--
Handle and protect sensitive information; maintain
confidentiality-- Maintain up to date community resources as
provided by other program teams and make them easily accessible to
guests.This position description generally describes the principal
functions of the position, the level of knowledge and skills
typically required, and the general scope of responsibility. It is
not intended as a complete list of specific duties and
responsibilities and should not be considered an all-inclusive
listing of work requirements. Individuals will perform other duties
as assigned.
Requirements:
Skills/Qualifications RequiredTwo or more years of work or
volunteer experience in a social services setting, OR one or more
years of social services experience combined with one or more years
of customer service experienceExperience working in a shelter
setting or with people experiencing homelessness or housing
insecurity is highly preferredPassion for and demonstrated
experience working with children and families is
preferredDemonstrated creative problem solving, conflict
de-escalation, conflict mediation, and crisis management
skillsDemonstrated understanding of trauma-informed careAbility to
set appropriate boundaries and maintain professional demeanor in a
high stress environmentHighly motivated, self-starter, resourceful,
flexible, and possesses a positive attitudeExhibits compassion and
empathy; works well with parents and children from all racial,
ethnic, social, economic, gender, and sexual orientation
backgroundsAbility to access and produce information on a computer
and within Microsoft Suite, and to create documentation in the
database system in an accurate and timely wayStrong reading,
writing, speaking, and listening (communication) skillsStrong
organizational and time management skillsSensitivity to the needs
of clients who are experiencing homelessness, low-income, limited
English speaking, or impacted by domestic violence, substance
abuse, or other barriers to employment and housingPhysical
RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative
of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this job.Ability to converse with and
listen to people in many different settingsAbility to use a
computer and telephone, as well as other standard office
equipmentAbility to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and
twist on an intermittent or continuous basisAbility to occasionally
push, pull, lift and/or carry supplies up to 25 poundsWork takes
place in a social services environment where long periods of
sitting, working on a computer, walking to various work areas,
going up and down stairs, and standing are requiredTravel to
program sites and meetings outside the site and around the county
is necessaryAbility to work in an environment where there may be
animals present, including dogsMary's Place is an Equal Opportunity
EmployerIn compliance with the ADA Amendment Act, should you have a
disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation
with the job application process, please contact the Human
Resources department.Qualified individuals must be able to perform
the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or
adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the
physical requirements of the position. Mary's Place will attempt to
satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable
and no undue hardship to Mary's Place would result.Mary's Place is
an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workplace and
strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals,
people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities,
foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We celebrate
diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment
for all employees.Benefits information can be found on the Mary's
Place Careers page under each position's listing.We look forward to
meeting you!PI202062194
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