House Leader

• Enforces house rules, policies, and safety protocols to maintain order and a positive living environment.
• Manage any overnight concerns with residents and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Assist with moving of furniture and housewares for move-ins/outs and deliveries.
• Conducts regular checks of facility areas to ensure safety, security, and cleanliness, and notify Agnecy of any repairs needed.
• Interacts professionally and appropriately with residents, de-escalating conflicts and addressing any issues that arise.
• Collaborates with other staff, including social workers and case managers, to address resident issues.
• Completes necessary paperwork, including daily logs, incident reports, and other documentation accurately and in a timely manner

• 1+ years community based social services experience or other related experience with homeless adults, mentally ill or substance abusers. Candidates with lived experience of homelessness or mental health challenges are strongly encouraged to apply
• Ability to reside in a shared living environment and provide support to individuals who may be experiencing mental health challenges.

• Effective communication (written and verbal), administrative, and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain an above average working knowledge of fire, safety, and health standards.
• Knowledge of the needs of the resident population (e.g., homeless individuals, individuals in recovery) is often preferred.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain a professional demeanor, and handle crisis situations calmly and effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work well with individuals from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds.
• De-escalation and conflict resolution skills a plus.
• Good judgment and work independently.
• High level of integrity and strong ethics and values; Patience/tolerance and tact/diplomacy.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• Must successfully pass a criminal background check
• Must provide TB test clearance

SHELTER, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. We believe diverse perspectives drive innovation and lead to better outcomes for the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.

Notice: This description is a guide only. Upon hire, you will receive a formal job description.