Description
Position is on call as needed, with no guarantee in hours and no benefits
Must be available to work a flexible schedule
The Shelter Monitor I is responsible for providing a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for clients and staff. The role involves interacting with individuals who are experiencing homelessness, Serious Mental Illness, Substance Use Disorder, and other related conditions. This role may involve flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Conduct daily Health and Safety Inspections of the property.
2. Complete wellness checks with clients.
3. Provide hospitality services to client as needed.
4. Conduct new client orientations.
5. Monitor the property at regularly scheduled intervals.
6. Document and report observations of client’s behaviors, activities, and demeanors.
7. Provide crisis intervention utilizing the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) model and contact emergency services as needed.
8. Complete minor maintenance repairs as needed.
9. Clean vacant units as needed.
10. Assist with facility laundry needs.
11. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
1. Possess and maintain valid CPR/First Aid Certification, or ability to attend training and pass certification.
2. Responsible and dependable, committed to a team approach.
3. Basic computer skills (e.g., email, navigate website, complete web forms)
4. Willingness to learn and practice evidence-based practices, such as De-escalation (CPI Model), Motivational Interviewing, Housing First and Harm Reduction.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Bilingual
Employment References, background check is conducted pre-employment.
Pay Rate: $15.45 - $16.95 - $18.90
In accordance with pay transparency, the salary reflected in this posting is the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Salary placement is typically between the minimum and mid-point of the salary range.
Skills Required
- Valid CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to attend training and pass certification
- Responsible and dependable, with commitment to a team approach
- Basic computer skills, including email, website navigation, and web forms
- Willingness to learn and practice de-escalation using the Crisis Prevention Institute model
- Willingness to learn and practice Motivational Interviewing, Housing First, and Harm Reduction
- Bilingual ability
- Successful completion of a pre-employment background check
What We Do
Old Pueblo Community Services (OPCS) is a Tucson-based nonprofit organization dedicated to ending homelessness in Pima County since 1996. Utilizing an evidence-based Housing First approach, OPCS provides immediate access to stable and secure housing followed by supportive services. They serve individuals struggling with homelessness, substance abuse, PTSD, brain trauma injury, and mental illness through comprehensive housing, counseling, and support services.
