Site Support - Jeff's

Site Support

Mission Statement :

Father Bill's & MainSpring is committed to ending and preventing homelessness in Southern Massachusetts with programs that provide emergency and permanent housing and help people obtain skills, jobs, housing, and services. We help people who are struggling with homelessness or are at risk of homelessness to achieve self-sufficiency.

Father Bill's & MainSpring is a growing and dynamic social service agency with particular expertise in emergency and permanent housing, job training and placement, and prevention services for individuals and families in need. Over the next five years, our strategic focus includes an increase in affordable, permanent supportive housing, a more efficient model of care for families experiencing homelessness, commitment to an enhanced delivery model to reduce the need for shelter, and improved community relations in order to achieve these goals. Our staff are thoughtful and caring individuals who share our passion for these ideals and creative approaches to helping people improve their lives.

We offer a generous benefits package and a comprehensive orientation and training program, as well as ample opportunities for advancement for qualified individuals who show a commitment to our Mission.

Position Summary :

Site Support is a part-time or full-time position reporting to the Property Coordinator. This position provides support to the properties and the day-to-day operations of the 107-unit SSFES program. Attention to detail, good organization skills, and a basic understanding of health and safety procedures are a must. This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and 1-3 years of related experience.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Assist with regular inspections of the SSFES units in an effort to provide all families with safe and clean temporary living space and meet Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) contract goals.
• Report to supervisor with any damages or violations of properties, to ensure all properties meet DHCD contact goals and Shelter Rules are being followed.
• Assist in the turn-over of SSFES units to accept new families within the contracted time-frame.
• Deliver letters and notices to program participants
• Complete small repairs and / or cleaning projects to facilitate speedy turn-over of all SSFES units
• Ensure that each vacant SSFES unit is provided with new materials and goods needed for basic living before families are placed
• Assist in management of the Maintenance Hotline by reviewing the hotline messages daily
• Resolve lock-out issues with families in the SSFES program as needed
• Maintain strong communication with other SSFES staff
• Assist with other miscellaneous projects as needed

Skills & Competencies :

Other :

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee. Other duties as assigned may be part of the job.

Father Bill's & MainSpring is an equal opportunity employer.