Now Hiring: Shelter Sitter / Weekend Floater

Shepherd's LightHouse is seeking compassionate, dependable individuals to provide overnight supervision and support for the mothers and children in our shelter.

Position Details

Position: Shelter Sitter / Weekend Floater
Reports To: Executive Director

Available Shifts:

• Weekdays: Monday to Friday, 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM (flexibility required based on resident needs)
• Weekend Floater: Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM

Key Responsibilities

• Resident Supervision & Safety: Supervise residents and their activities, maintain a safe environment, and ensure mothers and children are inside by 6:30 PM unless otherwise authorized.
• Evening Routines: Oversee parents' preparation of evening meals and children's bath schedules.
• Housekeeping & Supplies: Supervise daily and weekly chores, maintain standards of cleanliness and order throughout the shelter, monitor resident supplies, and report shortages.
• Policies & Security: Enforce shelter policies, document violations and incidents, check all rooms at 10:00 PM, and secure exterior doors. No resident may enter after closing without prior authorization from the Executive Director.
• Communication & Emergencies: Provide the Executive Director with a verbal morning report of residents' evening activities. Immediately report emergencies, follow incident-reporting procedures, and call 911 for major medical emergencies. The Executive Director handles any necessary disciplinary action.

Qualifications

Applicants must:

• Be a high school graduate or have a higher level of education.
• Submit a current résumé, completed employment application, and letter explaining their interest in joining the Shepherd's LightHouse team.
• Consent to a criminal background check, fingerprinting, pre-employment drug screening, and random drug testing during employment.
• Possess a valid driver's license and provide evidence of an excellent driving record.

Employment Expectations

• Follow all Shepherd's LightHouse policies and procedures.
• Complete an initial 30 to 90 day evaluation period with regular supervision and performance feedback.
• Provide at least one week's notice when requesting time off after 90 days of employment.
• Provide at least 30 days' notice for vacation requests after one year of employment.
• Provide two weeks' notice before resigning.

Dress Code & Workplace Standards

Professional attire is required. Clothing exposing the midriff, sweatshirts or hoodies, graphic or printed T-shirts, jeans with holes, and flip-flops are not permitted.

Additional workplace requirements include:

• Alcohol and Drugs: Alcohol or prohibited drug use is grounds for immediate dismissal. Employees must inform the Executive Director of medications that could impair their ability to perform their duties safely.
• Visitors: Family members, friends, and other nonessential visitors are prohibited from entering the shelter without specific written permission from the Executive Director.
• Facilities: Office equipment, office space, and common areas are reserved exclusively for the direct use and benefit of Shepherd's LightHouse.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit in person to 5930 SE Robinson Road, Belleview, FL: a current résumé, completed employment application, and a brief letter explaining why they would like to join the Shepherd's LightHouse team.

Help us provide a safe and caring environment where mothers and children can build brighter futures.