The Shelter Coordinator is responsible for direct client support with individuals experiencing homelessness. This hands-on role helps to support the homeless community during days marked under the code blue alert. A “Code Blue” alert is issued when the forecasted temperature in Lackawanna County (including wind chills) is expected to reach 20 degrees Fahrenheit or lower. Coordinators are responsible for maintaining and regulating the shelter facility as well as ensuring a safe and healthy environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
· Effective written, verbal, interpersonal communication and computer skills
· Valid PA driver’s license
· Ability to work overnight shifts regularly
· Agreement with the philosophy of the Keystone Mission
· Positive attitude
· 1 or more years of experience working with at risk communities preferred
Shelter coordinators are generally part-time positions that work a variety of overnight and evening shifts. Overnight availability is required. Keystone Mission is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Duties and Tasks:
The Shelter Assistant is responsible for direct client support with individuals experiencing homelessness. This hands-on role helps to support the homeless community during days marked under the code blue alert. A “Code Blue” alert is issued when the forecasted temperature in Lackawanna County (including wind chills) is expected to reach 20 degrees Fahrenheit or lower. Assistants will help the Coordinator maintain and regulate the shelter facility as well as ensure a safe and healthy environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
· Effective written, verbal, interpersonal communication and computer skills
· Valid PA driver’s license
· Ability to work overnight shifts regularly
· Agreement with the philosophy of the Keystone Mission
· Positive attitude
· 1 or more years of experience working with at risk communities preferred
Shelter coordinators are generally part-time positions that work a variety of overnight and evening shifts. Overnight availability is required. Keystone Mission is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Duties and Tasks:
P.O. Box 470
Scranton, PA 18501
Phone: (570) 871–4795
EIN # 34–2042921
Keystone Mission is an award-winning, local faith-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in Scranton and Wilkes-Barre. Our mission is to be a catalyst for the community, to provide help and hope to the homeless, hungry, and hurting people in Northeast PA.