Community Assistant

Community Assistant - Careers At Downtown San Diego Partnership div div div a href="https://downtownsandiego.org/"/a /div div div pCareer Opportunities with Downtown San Diego Partnership/p p /p /div /div div/div /div div/div /div div div/div div divCareers At Downtown San Diego Partnership/div div div /div div div pCurrent job opportunities are posted here as they become available./p pSubscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates as new positions become available./p /div div a/a a href="job-openings.php?search=true" Back To Openings /adiv/div/div /div /div /div div div/div h2Community Assistant/h2 bDepartment:/b Outreach Services bLocation:/b San Diego, CAbr / divdiva href="https://apply.hrmdirect.com/resumedirect/ApplyOnline/Apply.aspx?req_id=2806594source=2806594-CJB-0"START YOUR APPLICATION/a/divdiv/div/div divpstrongPosition Title:/strong Community Assistant/p pstrongReports to:/strong Director of Client Services/p pstrongFLSA:/strong Non-exempt (hourly)/p pstrongSalary:/strong $18.00 per hour/p pstrongSchedule/strong:/p ul listrongTuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM/strong/li listrongFriday: 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM/strong/li /ul pstrongLocation:/strong Downtown San Diego area (O-Lot Shelter - Balboa Park)/p pstrongWhy this job? - Benefits/strong/p pJoin one of the San Diego Tribune�s 2024 Top Workplaces!/p ul liSet Schedules (have the same days off every week)/li liDiscounted MTS Transit Pass (only $21 per month)/li li5 days of Paid Sick Time annually/li li401K Plan (eligible after 1000 worked hours)/li liEmployee Assistance Program/li /ul pstrongPosition Summary/strong/p pUnder the direction of the Program Manager, Shelter Operations, the Community Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing essential services and support to individuals and families experiencing homelessness at the O Lot Shelter site. As a live-on community assistant you will be responsible for creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment within our facility, fostering a sense of community among residents, and assisting with day-to-day operations./p pstrongEssential Job Functions Duties /strong/p ul liGreet and check-in residents with a warm and compassionate attitude./li liProvide information on available services, resources, and programs./li liAssist residents with basic needs, such as access to hygiene facilities, clean clothing, and meal distribution./li liFoster a sense of community and respect among shelter residents./li liOrganize and facilitate group activities, workshops, and support groups to promote social interaction and personal growth./li liEncourage residents to participate in community events and initiatives/li liMonitor the shelter premises to ensure the safety and security of all residents./li liAddress conflicts and behavioral issues in a calm and de-escalating manner./li liCollaborate with security personnel and shelter management to maintain a safe environment./li liMaintain accurate records of resident intake, assessments, and activities./li liAssist with managing bed assignments and occupancy data./li liReport any maintenance or facility issues to the Program Director/Manager./li liConnect residents with appropriate community resources, including healthcare, employment, housing, and social services./li liStay informed about local resources and services to provide up-to-date information./li liAdhere to all local, state, and federal guidelines and laws. (i.e., HIPAA, OSHA, FLSA)/li /ul pem**Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all the activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.**/em/p pstrongRequired Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities/strong/p ul liExperience working in, and understanding, a homeless shelter, and social services required./li liStrong interpersonal and communication skills./li liEmpathy, compassion, and the ability to work with diverse populations./li liCrisis intervention and conflict resolution skills./li liAbility to maintain confidentiality and professionalism./li liCommitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in program development and service delivery./li liAbility to read and write in English (bilingual or multilingual preferredem)/em/li /ul pstrongAbout the Downtown San Diego Partnership/strong/p pThe Downtown San Diego Partnership (DSDP) is a nonprofit organization that serves as the principal voice and driving force behind the economic prosperity and cultural vitality of Downtown San Diego through membership, advocacy, public services, and community investment. The organization�s nearly 300 members, representing a variety of business sectors including real estate, technology, banking, law, defense, insurance, communications, energy, and tourism are committed to nurturing a Downtown that benefits the entire San Diego region./p pIt also serves as the managing organization for several special districts and charitable foundations including the Property and Business Improvement District � otherwise known as Clean Safe � which provides essential public services in the 275 blocks of Downtown. Through these programs, we have provided enhanced services in maintenance, safety, beautification, and homeless outreach, supported business promotion and retention, and improved the quality of life on behalf of Downtown�s neighborhoods for more than 20 years. In all, these programs provide an annual contractual budget of approximately $13 million annually. To learn more about our work in these areas, please visit: downtownsandiego.org./p pstrongOur Values/strong/p pDeliver excellent service: We strive to provide exceptional customer service through listening to our customers, providing efficient services, and innovative solutions resulting in value for our many stakeholders./p pBe fun and open-minded with a quirky sense of creativity: We work hard but take time to celebrate our collective achievements and realize there's always more than one perspective to consider when approaching a challenge./p pPursue growth and learning: We invest in our people so they can continue to build skills and perspectives that enrich the work we do./p pBuild honest relationships and communication: We believe honesty leads to strong relationships built on a foundation of trust./p pNurture a safe work environment: We have a collective commitment to emphasize safety over competing goals to ensure the protection of people and our environment./p pInclusiveness and diversity: We honor the inherent value of every individual�s unique story, experience, and perspective. We strive to amplify the voices of our staff, community, and stakeholders and to create a safe and inclusive environment where everyone can contribute one�s authentic self./p pstrongOur Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion/strong/p pAt the Downtown San Diego Partnership, we are an organization that attracts and empowers diversity throughout our workplace and in the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the whole person and the lived experience that makes each of us unique. We strive to foster a safe environment, both internally within our organization and externally towards the communities we engage with, in which we encourage all voices to be heard and amplified as needed. We know our strengths come from championing our differences and acknowledge that each person deserves a voice and a seat at the table. Our ability to feel or be united through inclusion will result in better discussions, decisions, and outcomes that will allow us to advance the economic prosperity and cultural vitality of Downtown San Diego./p /div divdiva href="https://apply.hrmdirect.com/resumedirect/ApplyOnline/Apply.aspx?req_id=2806594source=2806594-CJB-0"START YOUR APPLICATION/a/divdiv/div/div /div div/div div/divdiv br /a href="https://downtownsandiego.org/"Visit Our Home Page/a /divp© 2025 Downtown San Diego Partnership/p p a href="https://www.clearcompany.com" iApplicant Tracking System Powered by/i  /a /p /div