Relief Evening Men's Inn Counselor at PINE STREET INN INC

Boston, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 May, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

05 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Human Services, Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Addiction, Recovery, Data Entry, Guest Services, Crisis Management, Resource Connection, Decision Making, Documentation, Motivation, Communication, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Emergency Response

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description SCHEDULE: On Call as Needed, 245AM-1115PM. Essential position during weather and other emergencies. Pays $21.40 - $30.00 per hour DOE - (Salary ranges provided are based on relevant experience and skill set) LOCATION: 444 Harrison Avenue, Boston, MA The Relief Guest Services Specialist is an essential position and will work 100% site based to maintain guest to staff ratio SUMMARY OF THE POSITION: The Relief Guest Services Specialist (Relief GSS) works from the Pine Street Inn policy and procedures developed to ensure a safe shelter environment for guests and staff and follows all the same requirements as regularly scheduled Guest Services Specialists. The Relief Guest Services Specialist has a primary focus on the direct care of guests and, as such, responds to guests in a timely and professional manner based on the prioritization of guests’ needs. The GSS assists with the development and implementation of a housing pathway by motivating guests to rapidly work on housing and connecting guests to appropriate resources. The Relief Guest Services Specialists will also assist guests in connecting with substance abuse, mental health and medical resources when the shelter cannot safely accommodate a guest needs. The Relief GSS is required to stay energized and focused even when demands are ambiguous and strenuous. The Relief GSS is required to enter data into the Homeless Management Information (HMIS) system and to document reports in keeping with agency policy. The Relief GSS is required to make sound decisions and appropriately seeks guidance from a supervisor. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION/TRAINING: REQUIRED: High School diploma or GED PREFERRED: ·Valid MA driver’s license in good standing ·Bilingual English/Spanish KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE: REQUIRED: Minimum of one (1) year of experience in the Human Services field PREFERRED: Administering Narcan and CPR in a work setting Knowledge in the areas of addiction, recovery, and mental illness Knowledge of issues pertaining to the homeless Knowledge of area resources

Responsibilities

The Relief Guest Services Specialist focuses on the direct care of guests, responding to their needs and assisting with housing pathways. They also connect guests to necessary resources for substance abuse, mental health, and medical needs.