Guest Services Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Would you like to make a difference in the lives of those in the greatest of need? Imagine how it would feel to know that you have helped to transform somebody’s life.

The Caring Place (@Miami Rescue Mission & Broward Outreach Centers) is a leading provider of services to the homeless and needy of South Florida. We are looking for like-minded, dynamic individuals to come and join our team.

ABOUT

The Caring Place provides emergency shelter, residential programs, job training, education & computer literacy classes, healthcare, transitional housing, permanent housing, employment opportunities for homeless men, women, and children as well as programs for “at-risk” youth.

We are currently seeking full-time Guest Service Assistant(s) to monitor residents at our homeless shelter at the Center for Men in Miami, FL.

Shift(s) available : 7 : 30AM - 4 : 00PM

1 : 00PM - 9 : 30PM

2 : 30PM - 11 : 00PM

11 : 00PM - 7 : 30AM

Including weekends and holidays as needed

JOB SUMMARY

The Guest Service Assistant (GSA) monitors and oversees residential clients at our Centers. Duties include assisting with new resident orientation; providing general oversight of residents in the absence of management; ensuring that residents perform assigned chores; handling emergencies according to policies and procedures; providing operational support for events such as graduations and luncheons; and, coordinating transportation and / or laundry services for residents.

DUTIES

• Oversees front desk, laundry room, Guest Service CSAs and ensures clients and visitors of the Center are treated with respect and dignity
• Routinely checks for hazardous substances and unsafe conditions in the facility and corrects immediately when possible or reports it to Supervisor or Director if unable to remedy
• Reports maintenance problems to Supervisor
• Helps maintain a safe, clean and secure environment for residents, employees, volunteers and visitors
• Handles emergencies according to policies and procedures and notifies management with timely incident reports
• Responds to emails and phone calls in a timely manner, and keeps other staff informed
• Monitors residents throughout the Center, and ensures that all residents are treated with dignity and respect
• Assists with orientation for new residents and volunteers
• Listens to residents, makes decisions based on available facts using wisdom, compassion and according to company policy
• Will lead and / or participate in devotions, prayers, or other ministry activities ex. outreach events
• Must be in agreement with and sign The Caring Place Statement of Faith
• Performs other related duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

PERKS AND BENEFITS

Only qualified candidates will be considered. Level 2 Background Screening is required. The Caring Place (@Miami Rescue Mission and Broward Outreach Centers is a drug-free workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer.