Shelter Attendant
Community Action Resource Centre
11.2023 - Current
- Reduced instances of drug use within the facility by enforcing strict adherence to the shelter''s substance abuse policy.
- Responded promptly to emergencies within the facility, coordinating appropriate interventions as necessary for crisis resolution.
- Provided ongoing support to clients transitioning from the shelter into permanent housing, helping them navigate the challenges of independent living.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and rapport that contributed to their overall wellbeing.
- Managed the intake process for new clients, ensuring accurate information collection and proper assignment to available resources.
- Managed confidential client records in accordance with privacy regulations, maintaining accurate data on each individual served at the shelter.
- Conducted assessments of clients'' needs, connecting them to appropriate resources such as mental health services or job training programs.
- Maintained an organized inventory system for donated items, streamlining distribution processes for clients'' needs.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through providing skill-building workshops on topics like budgeting or job searching techniques.
