Key Duties and Responsibilities
Brief description of duties in order of priority
Resident Support: Assists with the daily operation of programs and creates a welcoming environment. Daily the GSC:
- Checks guests in and out using guest software, in accordance with Wheeler policies and procedures. Inform staff of any guests not returning through written form.
- Provides guests with guidance when needed and appropriate, using approved techniques and scripture.
- Assists with monitoring meals, ensuring that assigned daily tasks are complete.
- Collaborates with other staff in facilitating nightly activities for the guests and supervises these activities.
- As appropriate to role, mediates disputes and records the incidents leaving this information for the Director and other program staff.
- Greets volunteers, showing them to their volunteer area and providing supervision as needed.
- Assists with special events and other program duties as assigned.
Administrative Responsibilities: Performs a variety of administrative tasks to support the program operations Regular administrative duties include:
- Meets daily with team members and supervisor to review any guest changes and situations that need to be addressed.
- Participates in daily, weekly and other regular program meetings.
- Completes paperwork, incident reports, answers email, and keeps on top of required reporting.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
This position has no direct reports but may be asked to assist in the supervision of program guests and volunteers.
Competencies Required
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Adaptability
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Collaboration
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Guest/Customer Focus
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Listening
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Emotional Intelligence
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Patience
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Compassion
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Conflict Resolution
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Timeliness
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Communicates Effectively
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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Education/Experience:
- 1+ years of successful, recent work experience, demonstrating dependability and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to be flexible for different shifts, work hours, or occasional weekends as needed. The GSC position is staffed 24 hours a day and shifts may change at the discretion of the Director. On occasion, the role may have extended hours or overtime as the guest census requires.
- Verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with others, and written communication skills to read, write, and interpret written documents that are essential to the role.
- A high school diploma, GED or be willing to work toward HSE in the first year of employment.
- Demonstrated desire to learn, grow and develop in previous roles and situations.
- Demonstrated ability to learn software systems that support role and WM operations.
- 1+ years general experience in a non-profit program department, preferred.
- Familiarity with the Wheeler Mission program focus and our residents’ experience, including addiction support, mental health issues, and trauma support, strongly preferred.
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Required Knowledge Areas for Success (may be developed on the job):
- Guest Relations
- De-escalation, Trauma Informed Care, Mental Health Support
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Technical/Software Knowledge:
- Basic Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including email and Word
- Basic Proficiency in Mission Tracker Software and Pay Com
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Mission Alignment:
- Belief in the inerrancy of the Holy Bible
- Alignment with WM values
- Adherence to WM Employee Policies
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Physical Requirements:
To perform the essential job functions of this position, with reasonable accommodations, a candidate must be capable of performing many physical functions including:
- Walking short distances with the ability to walk up and down stairs
- Physical dexterity sufficient to operate standard office equipment
- Physical ability to perform normal office functions including sitting for prolonged periods of time and the endurance to remain standing for prolonged periods of time
- Strength to lift office supplies and equipment up to 20 pounds.
Other Requirements for Employment
- Conflict of Interest Policy
- Confidentiality Policy
- Post offer acceptable background check required for all positions
- All employees must sign and adhere to WM Drugs and Alcohol policy and remain free from addiction to drugs or alcohol. Candidates must submit to and pass a drug and/or alcohol test. This drug and/or alcohol testing may occur any time after the applicant receives a conditional offer of employment.
Disclaimer: Although WMM has attempted to accurately and thoroughly describe this position, WMM reserves the right to change the same, including to change, add to or subtract from the duties outlined, within the sole discretion of WMM, at any time, with or without advance notice. This position description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This position description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “at-will.” The aforementioned job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.
