Shelter Aide
Company: Eva's Village
Location: Paterson
Posted on: January 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description JOB SUMMARY The Shelter Aide
assists and fills in for the House Manager. He/she is responsible
for the monitoring of the residents, works closely with the
supervisor, and communicates all activities of the house. JOB
DUTIES Embodies Eva’s Village’s core values, voice and tone in
order to provide an exceptional and effective experience for our
clients, funders, employees and volunteers. Must be completely
familiar with all rules and policies and procedures of the program.
Maintains the sign-in/sign-out sheets. Maintains activities log
with NA/AA meetings, van, etc. Maintains the communication book.
Responsible for client data entry into the HMIS system. Responsible
for answering the phone, relaying calls, taking messages, and mail
distribution. Responsible for the security of the program.
Responsible for all incidents concerning resident problems being
reported promptly. Promptly reports to the transportation
coordinator any problems concerning the van (maintenance, supplies
or any household problems). Responsible for the arrangement of
transportation of residents to meetings, hospitals, etc. and, if
need be, may be asked to drive. Interface with residents, referring
their problems to the proper person resulting in the resident
getting the assistance he needs. Attends mandatory in-service and
staff meetings. Responsible for urine testing/breathalyzers and
recording of tests and results. Monitors and documents resident’s
medication. Responsible for assigning work details. Responsible for
seeing that resident meals are served. Serves as a liaison between
the residents and supervisory staff. Reports all breakdowns and
wear and tear to the maintenance department. Oversees periodic
special work details. Responsible for daily inspection of rooms.
Assigns room and bed to new residents. Arranges for NA/AA meetings
in the house. Performs crisis intervention when necessary.
Responsible for all office supplies and ordering when necessary.
Responsible for charting resident appointments. Responsible for
maintaining the calendar of all resident’s appointments with
D.V.R., Welfare, PIC, food stamps, court dates, probation/parole,
G.A.E.P. and medical clinic. Monitors that residents are seeking
jobs. Monitors attendance at NA/AA meetings for all residents. Any
other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED equivalent EXPERIENCE: Basic
computer skills. If in recovery, must have a minimum of one year of
continuous abstinence, as well as working knowledge of the 12
steps. It is essential to demonstrate the ability to function with
minimal on-site supervision, learn quickly, follow detailed
policies and procedures, and possess the ability to communicate
clearly and accurately to all levels of personnel. Must supervise
residents in a fair and diplomatic manner. Must possess the ability
to diffuse crises. Benefits Include: Medical , Dental , Vision,
Life Insurance, Retirement Plan. The actual compensation will be
determined based on experience, education and qualifications.
Keywords: Eva's Village, Meriden , Shelter Aide, Healthcare , Paterson, Connecticut
