Description
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.
Employee Benefits
Competitive Salary, Employer Subsidized Health Insurance for Employee and Family, Employer Matching 401 (k) plan (after 1 year), Employer Subsidized Dental Plan and Vision Plan, Paid life insurance, Employer Paid Training, 136 Hours Paid Time Off (PTO) Per Year.
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
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
Skills Required
- Possess and maintain valid CPR/First Aid Certification, or ability to attend training and pass certification
- Responsible and dependable, committed to a team approach
- Basic computer skills (email, navigate website, complete web forms)
- Willingness to learn and practice evidence-based practices (De-escalation/CPI, Motivational Interviewing, Housing First, Harm Reduction)
- Bilingual
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.
