Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $16.00
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
403(b)
flexible spending accounts
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Group Life Insurance
short-term disability
Job Description
Equinox is a well-established non-profit human services organization located in the Capital Region, dedicated to providing essential support and resources to vulnerable individuals and families for over 40 years. With a strong commitment to social change and community well-being, Equinox offers innovative programs that assist people in moving towards recovery, healing, and independence. As Albany County's primary provider of services for victims of domestic violence, the organization is deeply invested in ensuring safety, support, and empowerment for those affected by abuse. These services are inclusive and available to all victims and their dependent children, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, or... Show More
Job Requirements
- ability to negotiate stairs
- ability to lift and carry minimum of 25 pounds
- ability to handle basic facility emergencies
- ability to drive and transport clients with agency vehicles
- high school diploma or equivalent
- must have a clean, valid NYS driver license
- one-year human services experience or bachelor’s degree substituted in lieu of experience
- knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook
Job Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- must have a clean, valid NYS Driver License
- one-year human services experience or Bachelor’s Degree substituted in lieu of experience
- knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook
- associates degree in related field preferred
- fluency in Spanish and/or an additional language preferred
- prior residential experience preferred
- prior experience working with domestic violence, substance abuse or mental health populations preferred
Job Duties
- Interact with residents in a positive and productive manner
- provide emotional support and model consistent respect
- assist residents to meet their daily needs
- ensure clients have personal care items needed
- resolve any client issues and shelter concerns
- enforce program policies and procedures and monitor resident compliance
- answer 24-hour crisis line, providing supportive listening, crisis intervention, information, referral and shelter intakes
- oversee scheduled programming on shift and participate in recreational activities
- conduct intakes and shelter orientation with new residents
- coordinate and may prepare resident meals
- perform light housekeeping duties as assigned
- respond to emergency situations in an appropriate and timely manner
- enter relevant notations in logs and case notes, ensure all information is documented in ALICE database, as well as communicate the information to other staff
- maintain security of shelter
- attend staff, supervision and other meetings as required
- report suspected cases of child abuse/maltreatment as a mandated reporter
- act in accordance with Equinox mission
- complete other tasks and responsibilities to ensure smooth running of the shelter
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