Support Specialist, Palm Hotel (Sun - Thurs or Tues - Saturday 3:00pm-11:30pm)
Company: The People Concern
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: April 16, 2024
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Job Description:
Support Specialist, Palm Hotel (Sun - Thurs or Tues - Saturday
3:00pm-11:30pm)
Los Angeles, CA, USA * Santa Monica, CA, USA
Req #10879
Thursday, January 4, 2024
About the People ConcernThe People Concern empowers the most
vulnerable among us to rebuild their lives. One of Los Angeles
County's largest social services agencies, The People Concern was
formed in 2016 in a merger of two trusted social service
organizations based in Los Angeles County, OPCC and Lamp Community.
Informed by more than fifty-eight years of work in the community,
The People Concern is a leading provider of, and advocate for,
evidence-based solutions to the multi-faceted challenges inherent
in homelessness and domestic violence.With compassion and profound
respect for those we serve, we provide a fully integrated system of
care - including outreach, interim housing, mental and medical
health care, substance abuse services, domestic violence services,
life skills& wellness programs, and permanent supportive housing -
tailored to the unique needs of homeless individuals, survivors of
domestic violence, challenged youth, and others who have nowhere
else to turn.The People Concern's model of integrated and
comprehensive care empowers our participants to navigate the
multi-faceted obstacles in their lives, become their best selves,
and ultimately, connect with and contribute to their
communities.
Role: Support Specialist
Reports to: Program Manager
Location: Palm Hotel 2020 14th st. Santa Monica CA 90405
Schedule: 3:00pm-11:30pm Sun - Thurs or Tues - Saturday
Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly), Non-Management
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Planning (403b),
Employee Assistant Program (EAP), etc.
Number of Openings: 2
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Act as the first point-of-contact for all immediate client needs
and requests such as phone use, linens, water, etc.
Monitor and oversee the floor including communal areas, patios,
bathrooms, dorms and showers, ensuring program guidelines are
upheld and that the physical site is well-maintained and safe,
including general cleaning duties
Be visible on the floor at all times and actively engage and
welcome clients
Conduct regular, thorough walk-throughs of the facility
Create a supportive environment to ensure client progress towards
stability
Attend relevant staff meetings, trainings and retreats as
scheduled
Oversee client cubicle/room/bed area maintenance in a
trauma-informed manner
Facilitate client engagement activities, such as groups or other
activities
Complete incident reports, update shift logs, and document in HMIS,
as needed and email relevant documents/updates before the end of
each shift
Develop effective, trusting relationships with clients and use a
client-centered approach that includes motivational interviewing,
harm reduction, and trauma-informed care
Intervene during crises to actively de-escalate situations, with
client and staff safety in mind, using non-violent communications
skills
Work as part of a team to provide comprehensive, integrated care to
individuals experiencing homelessness, mental illness, and
substance addiction
Communicate effectively, and in a timely manner, with management,
peers, and clients
Maintain client confidentiality at all times, while following
agency, state, and HIPAA laws
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
* High school/GED degree (Preferred)
* Minimum one (1) year experience in related work
* Possess effective customer service skills and the ability to
handle difficult situations
* Ability to work independently and think critically
* Ability to communicate in a language other than English strongly
preferred but not required
* Ability to act in a professional manner regardless of
circumstances
* Commitment to improving the community through empowerment and
dignity
* Familiarity with non-violent crisis intervention
* Familiarity with issues faced by population served
* Ability to self-motivate and to appropriately organize and
motivate others
* Computer literate; able to use computerized database system for
information management
* Ability to work as a team member
* Able to obtain and maintain Food Handlers, CPR and first aid
certification
* Demonstrate an ability to take initiative towards continued
professional development
Responsibilities Common to All Agency Employees
* Maintain a safe work environment and confidentiality at all
times
* Be proactive, creative, and flexible in determining, evaluating,
researching, and resolving issues
* Organize and prioritize multiple activities to meet all external
and internal deadlines
* Maintain professional demeanor that reflects positively on the
agency
* Demonstrate respect and courtesy toward others
* Able to thrive in a work environment emphasizing teamwork and
collaboration
* Respond in a timely manner in all aspects of communication
* Work with minimum supervision
* Perform other duties as assigned
Equal Opportunity Employer
The People Concern is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to
non-discrimination in employment. We select the most qualified
individual for the job based on job-related qualifications
regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin,
disability, ancestry, marital status, credit history, sexual
orientation, arrest and court record, genetic information, veteran
status or any other status protected by federal, state or other
applicable laws.
About the People Concern
The People Concern empowers the most vulnerable among us to rebuild
their lives. One of Los Angeles County's largest social services
agencies, The People Concern was formed in 2016 in a merger of two
trusted social service organizations based in Los Angeles County,
OPCC and Lamp Community. Informed by more than fifty-eight years of
work in the community, The People Concern is a leading provider of,
and advocate for, evidence-based solutions to the multi-faceted
challenges inherent in homelessness and domestic violence.
With compassion and profound respect for those we serve, we provide
a fully integrated system of care - including outreach, interim
housing, mental and medical health care, substance abuse services,
domestic violence services, life skills & wellness programs, and
permanent supportive housing - tailored to the unique needs of
homeless individuals, survivors of domestic violence, challenged
youth, and others who have nowhere else to turn.
The People Concern's model of integrated and comprehensive care
empowers our participants to navigate the multi-faceted obstacles
in their lives, become their best selves, and ultimately, connect
with and contribute to their communities.
Benefits & Perks
* Medical Insurance
* Vision Insurance
* Dental Insurance
* Retirement Planning (403b)
* Paid Holidays
* Paid Vacation Days
* Paid Sick Days
* Employee Assistance Plans (EAP)
* TELUS Health
* Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
* Basic Life / Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
* Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability
* Voluntary Pet Insurance
* Discounts on Hotels, Theme Parks, Concerts, Movies, Restaurants &
More
* The People Concern University & Certificates
* Corporate Discounts
Equal Opportunity EmployerThe People Concern is an equal
opportunity employer dedicated to non-discrimination in employment.
We select the most qualified individual for the job basedon
job-related qualifications regardless of race, color, age, sex,
religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status,
credit history, sexual orientation, arrest and court record,
genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected
by federal, state or other applicable laws.
Benefits& Perks
Other details
Pay Type
Hourly
Min Hiring Rate
$19.00
Max Hiring Rate
$19.00
Required Education
High School
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