Posted 1mo ago

Direct Care Shelter and Housing

@ Center for Human Development
Springfield, Massachusetts, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Supervise participants, Motivate residents, Enforce guidelines
Requirements Summary:Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; valid driver's license; vehicle required; background check; bilingual applicants preferred (Spanish or Haitian Creole).
Technical Tools Mentioned:CPR, First Aid, Medication Administration
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Job Description

Our Diversion, Shelter and Housing division is looking for new members to join our diverse and dynamic team. Daily responsibilities include providing direct services to program clients living within one of our 3 different shelter models.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Constant supervision of participants within the shelter
  • Motivate participants to maintain apartment/house upkeep
  • Monitor participants are adhering to agency guidelines including curfew, unattended children and child safety rules and health and safety guideline
  • Encourage participants to maintain constant communication with caseworker, employment specialist, and housing specialist
  • Adhere to all other standards as set forth by CHD

REQUIREMENTS

  • Ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience working with a homeless population
  • Strong interpersonal skills; empathy for others; demonstrated commitment to serving those with significant needs
  • Must have a vehicle for work use and current driver's license; able to maintain clear and distinct boundaries
  • All candidates must complete and pass background record screening process
  • Bilingual candidates fluent in Spanish or Haitian Creole are encouraged to apply

Take advantage of a competitive rate of $20/hour along with a phenomenal benefits package that includes Dental, Health and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time and paid holidays just to name a few.

At Center for Human Development (CHD) Care Finds a way:  

The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve. 

CONNECT WITH OUR TEAM TODAY! 

If this sounds like the right job for you, do not wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!  

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