Job Information
South Middlesex Opportunity Council Housing Search Specialist in Hudson, Massachusetts
SUMMARY
Monitor the adherence of house rules and routines by residents, ensure the safety and security of the shelter, respond to emergency situations overnight, weekends or on an as needed basis.
Why Work for SMOC?
Flexible schedule, work/life balance and a 35-hour work week.
Paid Time Off: All full-time employees can accrue up to 3 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks of sick time and are eligible for 12 paid holidays during their first year of employment.
Employer Paid Life Insurance & AD&D and Long-Term Disability after 6 months of employment.
Two Comprehensive Medical Plans with HRA Employer cost-sharing and 79% of premiums covered by the Employer.
Dental w/ Orthodontic Coverage with 75% of premiums covered by the Employer
EyeMed Vision Insurance
403(B) Retirement Plan with a company match on day one.
Additional voluntary benefits including – additional Term and Whole Life Insurance policies, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Short-Term Disability.
Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement and more.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Be responsible for the safety and security of the shelter.
Respond calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Monitor chores, curfews and household rules and routines.
Set limits, de-escalate disruptive situations and give warnings as needed.
Written communication in the logs at the end of each shift
Offer supports to residents.
Attend all staff meetings, group trainings and supervisions as needed.
Accept donations and oversee volunteer activities.
Uphold confidentiality.
Must be able to drive the SMOC Program van to transport clients.
Engage all clients by understanding and addressing their needs whether within or outside the scope of work.
Attend & participate in engagement team meetings as requested and communicate effectively with clients and staff in other areas.
Maintain confidentiality of client, employee and agency information in accordance with federal and state laws and funder requirements
Ensure compliance with program/department, agency and/or funder requirements as well as SMOC policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Minimum High School Diploma or GED
Sensitivity to low income families of diverse backgrounds
Ability to work independently
Bilingual strongly preferred
Good oral and written communication skills
Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to ascend and descend stairs.
Ability to lift at minimum 25 lbs.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP
Directly reports to Program Director.
Indirectly reports to None.
Direct reports of this position are None.
Indirect reports of this position are None.
WORKING CONDITIONS
As part of the responsibilities of this position, the Program Specialist will have direct or incidental contact with clients served by SMOC in various programs funded or administered through the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. A successful background check is required.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.
Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm
35 hours per week