Job Description

St. Patrick Center provides opportunities for self-sufficiency and dignity to people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Individuals and families build permanent, positive change in their lives through safe and affordable housing, sound mental and physical health, and employment and financial stability.
Working collaboratively with individuals, businesses, government and other service providers, St. Patrick Center will end chronic homelessness in the St. Louis region through Housing First, an evidence-based practice that tells us to remove barriers, do intake and assessment early, move people into housing and offer them support to achieve their goals.

Position Summary

St. Patrick Center, a ministry of Catholic Charities, is hiring a Weekend Greeter to welcome participants of the Shamrock Club program. We are seeking an individual who understands the barriers of mental illness, is familiar with resources in the surrounding areas, and can foster a sense of community with anyone who enters the building. This position is as needed and not eligible for benefits. When needed the working hours are Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm.
Overview Responsibilities
Monitor program entrance to ensure that only program participants are allowed in building

Participate/monitor weekend/holiday activities of Shamrock Club

Ensure that only program members are allowed to enter Shamrock Club

Offer general assistance in Shamrock Club as needed

Facilitate completion of client laundry and kitchen laundry, coordinate with Laundry Aide

Monitor, inventory, and safeguard all program supplies.

Provide supplies to program participants as needed.

Respect client confidentiality and support staff in crisis situations

Respect and be responsible for agency policy regarding work hours, building security and all written personnel standards

Ensure the care model by interacting with all other St. Patrick Center programs

Coordinate referral from Welcome Center

Chair AA/NA meetings as needed

Facilitate drug and alcohol education groups as needed

Keep all paper data current

Respect client confidentiality

Respect and be responsible for agency policy regarding work hours, building security and all written personnel standards

Ensure the care model by interacting with all other St. Patrick Center programs

Develop therapeutic relationship with clients

Support staff in crisis situations

Assist with clients in crisis

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.

Knowledge of chemical dependency and mental illness

Knowledge of area resources

Skills and Competencies

Self-starter

Ability to work in high stress environment

Flexible regarding job responsibilities

Good interpersonal communication skills

Good writing skills

Good oral communication skills

Well versed in cultural issues

Well versed in ethical issues in drug/alcohol counseling

Resources for Which Accountable

None
St. Patrick Center does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its federally assisted programs and activities. St. Patrick Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability.



Pre-Employment Screening

All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screenings will include criminal background check and other background checks (as needed), Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, and an employment and education or licensure/certification verification. Various positions will require physical examination, Tuberculosis screening and Hepatitis A. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Our Mission


To bring the healing, help, and hope of Jesus Christ to those in need with a compassionate, caring presence.


Transforming lives and working to create a community where everyone has access to sustainable housing, employment, and healthcare.


Benefits


As a part of the Catholic Charities family, you'll have the resources to care for those closest to you. Options include generous parental leave policies, flexible working arrangements, group life insurance, permanent health insurance, and dedicated support to help you find the right child care or elder care.