Job Description
Job Description
Position Title : Guest Services Navigator
Department : Programs
Reports To : Guest Services Manager
Job Classification : Non-Exempt
Summary :
The Guest Services Navigator creates a safe, respectful, hospitable environment by providing overwhelming biblical hospitality and sharing the love of Jesus Christ as well as the basic necessities of life to support the care of those experiencing homelessness. The Guest Services Navigator utilizes community knowledge and administrative skills to advocate in connecting guests to needed resources inside and outside of KARM. This position monitors The Wing, men’s and women’s dorm, courtyard, and front entrance.
Responsibilities :
- Greet all new incoming guests and those that have recently been re-admitted to assist them with the following responsibilities :
Complete intake for new guests.
Provide them with a tour of the buildingAssign them their bed numberAssign them the combination for the bed lockerWalk through the hotbox routineProvide them with a description of program opportunities and rulesHelp staff The Wing, men’s and women’s dorm, and courtyard throughout the day.Provide and maintain a class scheduleAssist with case management appointment schedulingHelp with the common room and dorm cleanlinessAssist with laundry assignment and oversee the laundry roomHelp oversee the clothing closet and temporary bag storageProvide a safe and welcoming environment in NaNew’s CourtyardMaintain accurate documentation and case notesRespond to crisis situations and de-escalate conflicts when necessaryTreats guests with overwhelming biblical hospitality and respect.Provides spiritual comfort through listening, prayer, and sound biblical consolation to guests as the opportunity presents itself.Is responsible for daily bed assignmentsEnsures the safety and security of the environment for guests, employees, and volunteers.Represents KARM appropriately to guests, volunteers, donors, and partner agencies.Exhibits a caring Christian lifestyle to guests, co-workers, volunteers, and donors.Establishes with residents, volunteers, interns, and employees a beginning sense of safety and hope, for personal growth and change.Leads with a basic understanding of mental illness, alcohol and drug addiction issues, physical and sexual abuse, and poverty, specifically in regard to those affected by these.Performs administrative duties as needed.Help staff The Wing, men’s and women’s dorm, and courtyard throughout the day.Requirements :
Ability to share the Gospel and demonstrate Christian values and beliefs when interacting with guests, peers, and the public.Ability to show compassion, set appropriate limits, and exercise mature judgment regarding any necessitated service restriction,Have a basic understanding of mental illness, alcohol and drug addiction issues, physical and sexual abuse, and poverty, specifically in regard to how to communicate with guests affected by these, how to identify and respond to a crisis, and how to defuse situations.Ability to safely defuse tense situations and to de-escalate potentially harmful or violent situations.Competent user of Microsoft Office applications and other office equipment.Ability to give direction to others; high degree of flexibility and resourcefulness.CPR and Basic First Aid, desired.AS or equivalent education and experience.2-3 years related experience preferred.Basic organizational and follow-up skills.Working Conditions :
Ministry campus facility where emergency rescue services are provided.Exposure to stressful client situations requiring compassion and discernment.Walking, standing, sitting, bending, and minimal lifting required.Attendance at meetings and occasional special events.Employees of Knox Area Rescue Ministries will also adhere to the following guidelines :
Agreeing in principle and practice with the vision, mission, and values of Knox Area Rescue MinistriesCommitment and agreement to KARM’s statement of faith and guiding valuesCommitment to Christian faith required; spiritually matureAbility to share the Gospel and demonstrate Christian values and beliefs with action, words, and attitudePraying with guests, staff, and volunteersMaintaining healthy boundaries with guests, staff, and volunteersEmbrace the accountability process that leads to self-evaluation personally as well as to guests and staff