St. Louis County (MO) -
Kansas City MO
Shelter Support Worker
Posted May 25
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May 25
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Job description
Salary: See Position Description
Location : MO, MO
Job Type: Part-time
Job Number: 2023-00259
Department: Human Services
Opening Date: 05/08/2024
Closing Date: 6/8/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
If you are looking to make a difference in the lives of women and children who are experiencing a crisis, this is the opportunity for you. The Department of Human Services is looking for FOUR part time individuals who are committed, versatile professional to provide general support services such as shelter, food, clothing and safety to clients at the Kathy J. Weinman Domestic Violence shelter. Applicant must be flexible for working some holidays.
Working Hours
Saturday & Sunday 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
The typical starting salary is $15.00 hourly depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience as well as budgetary considerations.
Examples of Duties
Ensure the safety and security of clients by screening visitors for admittance to the resource center.
Assist direct service staff with answering hotline calls, determining eligibility for services and providing new client orientation.
Monitor the routine activities of clients to ensure physical needs such as hygiene, proper diet, medication and education are met.
Assist in maintaining a clean and sanitary resource center environment.
Provide staff coverage overnight and on weekends.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years working with people in crisis or an Associate's Degree in social sciences, psychology or a related field.
Possession of a valid Drivers License.
Additional Information
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.
The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at We only accept On-line applications.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) ###-#### for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th FloorClayton, MO 63105
(314) ###-####
Relay MO 711 or 800-###-####
An Equal Opportunity EmployerFax: (314) ###-####
www.stlouiscountymo.gov
St. Louis County offers its employees many excellent benefits with paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority, and 11 paid holidays. Employees hired for full time employment will participate in the St. Louis County retirement plan where they contribute 4% of their salary to the defined benefit plan with vesting after 7 years. Other benefits include: paid life insurance, a credit union, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre-tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, and short and long term disability insurance.
In addition to these benefits, as of January 1, 2023, St. Louis County approved up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption. The employee can also take up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year.
Please click to view all of our benefits.
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Please indicate all types of employment in which you are interested:
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Do you have a current valid driver's license?
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Has your driver's license ever been suspended or revoked?
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How many moving violations have you had in the last 3 years?
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Do you have a Associate's Degree in social sciences, psychology or a related field?
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Location : MO, MO
Job Type: Part-time
Job Number: 2023-00259
Department: Human Services
Opening Date: 05/08/2024
Closing Date: 6/8/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
If you are looking to make a difference in the lives of women and children who are experiencing a crisis, this is the opportunity for you. The Department of Human Services is looking for FOUR part time individuals who are committed, versatile professional to provide general support services such as shelter, food, clothing and safety to clients at the Kathy J. Weinman Domestic Violence shelter. Applicant must be flexible for working some holidays.
Working Hours
Saturday & Sunday 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
The typical starting salary is $15.00 hourly depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience as well as budgetary considerations.
Examples of Duties
Ensure the safety and security of clients by screening visitors for admittance to the resource center.
Assist direct service staff with answering hotline calls, determining eligibility for services and providing new client orientation.
Monitor the routine activities of clients to ensure physical needs such as hygiene, proper diet, medication and education are met.
Assist in maintaining a clean and sanitary resource center environment.
Provide staff coverage overnight and on weekends.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years working with people in crisis or an Associate's Degree in social sciences, psychology or a related field.
Possession of a valid Drivers License.
Additional Information
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.
The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at We only accept On-line applications.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) ###-#### for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th FloorClayton, MO 63105
(314) ###-####
Relay MO 711 or 800-###-####
An Equal Opportunity EmployerFax: (314) ###-####
www.stlouiscountymo.gov
St. Louis County offers its employees many excellent benefits with paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority, and 11 paid holidays. Employees hired for full time employment will participate in the St. Louis County retirement plan where they contribute 4% of their salary to the defined benefit plan with vesting after 7 years. Other benefits include: paid life insurance, a credit union, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre-tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, and short and long term disability insurance.
In addition to these benefits, as of January 1, 2023, St. Louis County approved up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption. The employee can also take up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year.
Please click to view all of our benefits.
01
Please indicate all types of employment in which you are interested:
- Saturday & Sunday 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (some holidays) (no benefits)
- Saturday & Sunday 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.) (some holidays) (no benefits)
02
Do you have a current valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
03
Has your driver's license ever been suspended or revoked?
- Yes
- No
04
How many moving violations have you had in the last 3 years?
05
Do you have a Associate's Degree in social sciences, psychology or a related field?
- Yes
- No
Required Question...
