Who We Are: Since 1948, The Rescue Mission of Roanoke has been on the mission of “Helping Hurting Peoplein Jesus’ Name.” The Mission nourishes the mind, body, and spirit, through dedicated teammembers and volunteers that extend the compassion of Christ to our neighbors in need. We are a non-profit, faith based, equal opportunity employer. The Emergency Shelter Team serve to minister to individuals in crisis who seek emergencyshelter at the Rescue Mission. The Shelter Team is committed to embodying compassion andunderstanding while helping hurting people in Jesus name. They serve individuals who seekemergency shelter by providing intentional services related to a safe, secure and comfortablenights rest. These services include chapel services, overnight laundry, the opportunity to take ashower and shelter while sleeping. Reports to: Shelter Manager Hours of Availability: The Shelter provides services to guests between the hours of 3pm – 9amevery day of the year including holidays and weekends.Typical schedules are as follows:-3:00pm – 11:30pm-11:00pm – 8:00amHours outside of the typical schedule may be required due to the need for Day Shelter,Trainings, Meetings.Location Opportunities include: Men’s ShelterFamily ShelterCompensation: $19.00/hourOur Team Members should exhibit the following:Possess a sincere love of Christ and maintain a Christian walk that is evident of that love.Individual must be willing to adhere to The Rescue Mission of Roanoke’s Code of Ethics. Demonstrates a genuine interest in the safety and well-being of our guests and team members. Strong work ethic and commitment to work as scheduled to include holidays and weekends asassigned. Strong listening, as well as written & amp; verbal communication skills to execute instructions, keepothers informed and exhibit professionalism. Demonstrated attention to detail/strong organizational skills to assist with multiple dailyassignments and special projects. Job Specific Qualifications:Experience working with individuals living with mental health and substance use disorderhelpful.Desire to minister to and love those who need help and Jesus Christ Patient and compassionate presence Previous experience with conflict resolution techniques, helpful Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Gmail, basic grammar Career Summary (may include other duties as assigned) Shelter Team Associates provide guidance and support to the shelter guests to ensureprocesses are followed for safe and secure environment for everyone. They monitor as extra support during chapel services and meals. They make rounds of the facility and grounds including room checks and promoting a healthy environment for guests, volunteers and team members.Administrative duties include accurate data input of records/documents, inspections, incidentreports, medication distribution, phone calls, supply maintenance. Our goal is to meet unmet needs while providing a safe and secure environment by buildinghealthy relationships with our guests and our team. Assist volunteers and/or interns to includetraining. All Rescue Mission of Roanoke team members may be asked to complete other duties asassigned by the leadership/management. The expectation is to complete these assignmentsas requested. Physical demands essential to performing the job duties of this position (not an all-inclusivelist). Prolonged computer use; computer screen exposure Consistently - Communicating with others to exchange information; verbally and/orelectronically Frequent periods of moving around to accomplish a task; sitting and standingOccasional periods of standing, stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling objects Lift up to 30 pounds; not typically repetitive Temperatures may vary depending on activity/events; indoor/outdoor exposure Noise levels may vary depending on activity/event and/or location Occasional– exposure to general cleaning chemicals The Rescue Mission of Roanoke is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace.We look forward to reviewing your qualifications!
Since 1948, the Rescue Mission has continued a tradition of comprehensive care to those in crisis in our community. The homeless, the hungry, the chemically addicted, the impoverished and the hopeless have all found a warm welcome at the Rescue Mission.
Men, women and children have found a safe place and compassionate friends in their darkest moments. The Rescue Mission is open 24 hours/day and 365 days/year and provides food, clothing, shelter, an on-site clinic, Recovery Program, case management, and aftercare services. All people in crisis are served regardless of race, gender, creed, age, or ethnicity.
In addition, the Rescue Mission operates a Donation and Recycling Center, 2nd Helpings – Gallery and Shop, Thrift 460, and has an online store presence. All proceeds from sales benefit the programs of the Rescue Mission.
With the mission statement “helping hurting people in Jesus’ name,” the Rescue Mission of Roanoke nourishes the mind, body, and spirit, through dedicated staff and volunteers that extend the compassion of Christ to our neighbors in need.