Next Step Intern – Homeless Services Support

Job Description

About the Role
This intern position is part of NSIP, an intensive, full-time, eight-week program that provides individuals with vocational training and on-the-job experience to begin their careers in the homeless services field. Interns will have the opportunity to assist in the day-to-day operations at a shelter supporting the residents, and these on-the-job trainings could potentially lead to stable employment.

What You’ll Do
• Perform the day-to-day monitoring of the residents’ on-site activities.
• Perform hourly inspections of the facility and immediate neighborhood, and document/report any incidents.
• Assist in the planning and organization of recreational activities, events and outings.
• Manage the general management of the front desk.
• Answer and direct all incoming calls.
• Greet all clients/guests, complete a health screening for all clients/guests, and direct all clients/guests.
• Assist in monthly mailing to clients.
• Perform various tasks daily, including sleeping areas, dining space, restrooms, stairwells, and all public areas, providing a clean and safe environment for the staff and clients of the shelter.
• Process new intakes in the computer system.
• File documents and organize client charts.
• Help maintain quiet and safety for clients and staff.
• Provide structure for clients and help organize client activities.

You’re a Good Fit If You
• Have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Have an interest in working with the homeless population in a shelter setting.
• Are currently not employed and open to participate in flexible scheduling.

Role Highlights & Compensation
• Salary Range: $17/hr
• Intensive, full-time, eight-week program.
• Opportunities are available in the Bronx, Brooklyn and Manhattan.
• Provides vocational training and on-the-job experience.
• On-the-job trainings could potentially lead to stable employment.