Oxford Winter House Homeless Shelter Day or Night Staff
Utilizes a trauma-informed approach to assist in the day-to-day operation of the Oxford Winter House shelter. Maintains the safety of shelter guests, staff, volunteers at all times. Interacts with guests to meet immediate and long-term needs. Ensures compliance with all policies and regulations and maintains the facility’s safety and cleanliness.
| Position type: | Temporary, full or part time. Hours may vary and are subject to change, shifts may exceed 8 hours to maintain minimum staffi ng. May be asked to work day or night shifts. |
| Reports to: | Executive Director |
| Supervises: | No direct supervision of others. Works collaboratively with volunteers and staff. |
| Begin/end dates: | November 18, 2026 – March 1, 2027 |
| Hourly: | $22-$25/hour, 35 hours/week, 13 weeks |
| Background Check | Subject to passing a background check per policy |
Client Services:
- Utilizes a trauma-informed approach as well as crisis management techniques to maintain a positive environment for all.
- Manages client intake and resource coordination, ensuring clients are provided with all available social and related services for immediate and long term needs.
- Assists residents with applications for resources as needed. Supports guests in transitioning to their next living situation as appropriate.
Administration and Compliance:
- Works collaboratively with other staff. Regularly apprises Executive Director and other staff of progress, issues, status of shelter operations and client needs.
- Maintains accurate and confidential client and organization records, files, and reports.
- Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and regulations.
- May coordinate volunteers on site.
Community and Partnership Relations:
- Builds and maintains relationships with community partners, social services, and government agencies at local and county level.
Facility:
- Ensures the facility is safe, clean, and well-maintained.
- Coordinates essential services such as food and hygiene.
- Conducts regular safety inspections and maintains security measures.
- Maintains inventory and supply of shelter supplies.
Conducts/completes other duties as assigned.
Required skills and experience:
- Understands and can implement a trauma-informed environment.
- Skilled in crisis intervention.
- Experience with homeless, mental health, SUD or related populations.
- CPR, AED, and Narcan administration skills are a plus.
Please submit a resume and cover letter to: [email protected].