Intake Worker

Wherever there is a need in Stevens Point, you'll find the Salvation Army can help. The Salvation Army Hope Center in Stevens Point provides the basic needs of all individuals and families, young and old. These needs include providing food, clothing, shelter, and household needs. The Salvation Army Hope Center is just that, a place of hope for those who have little or none left. With a family -type environment, the Hope Center provides a warm bed for those who are in need of emergency shelter. If you feel that you would be a good fit an advocate to help residents get back on their feet, apply now!

The Intake Worker (Shelter Advocate) provides support to the Intake Worker Director by providing supervision and intake of clients, maintaining security, and providing supportive services in a Christian atmosphere.

About the role:

• Conducts intake interviews of incoming residents into shelter
• Assigns a proper room and distributes needed bedding and personal items
• Provides necessary supervision of shelter and residents, assuring that rules and policies are being followed
• Maintains an awareness of client needs
• Answers telephone calls, taking messages when appropriate
• Cleans shelter areas as necessary
• Prepares snacks for shelter residents
• Oversees lunch and dinner preparations in dining room
• Reviews log book and updates entries as needed
• Performs room inspections
• Distributes medications as needed
• Supervises volunteers and community service workers, when assigned

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Certifications: N/A

Experience: Experience working with the homeless population desirable

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.