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THE POSITION

The City of Fremont opens the Winter Shelter every winter to provide a safe and welcoming environment for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Participants have access from approximately 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., where they will be provided with a warm meal, restroom facilities, sleeping bags, cots, breakfast, and a to-go bag. The Winter Shelter is open from mid-November to mid-March. The Human Services Department is currently recruiting for Winter Shelter Monitors for next season (2020/The City of Fremont’s Human Services Department is currently looking for several on‐call, temporary employees to work evening shifts, from 4:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. or from 11:30 p.m. ‐ 7:30 a.m. From November 15th through March 15th, the City of Fremont will open their Winter Shelter to provide a safe and welcoming environment for individuals experiencing homelessness. Participants will have access to the shelter from approximately 4:30 p.m. to 7 a.m., where they will be provided warm dinner restroom facilities, sleeping bags, cots, breakfast and a to-go bag.

Shelter Operations during the COVID-19 Pandemic

In addition to the general duties described above and detailed below, staff must comply with and enforce public health rules to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Prior to entry all staff, volunteers, and participants will be required to answer health questions and participate in a temperature check. Everyone must stay 6ft apart, unless conditions require staff to assist someone in a closer proximity, everyone must also wear a mask inside, unless they are eating or sleeping.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

· This position is responsible for maintaining the health and safety of homeless individuals and families who are living on the streets or in their cars and are in need of emergency shelter from cold weather and rain.

· Welcome and pre-screen new participants and supervise participant movement.

· Maintain a friendly and inviting environment.

· Work compassionately with those who have difficulty engaging with service providers.

· Effectively resolve conflicts among participants and de‐escalate potentially violent situations.

· Monitor participant activities.

· Maintain a safe and supportive environment.

· Direct volunteers who will assist in bringing food and serving homeless clients

· Setup tables for food service, hand out, bedding, warm clothing and other amenities such as shampoo, tooth brushes, etc.

· Ensure participant adherence to rules, especially related to behaviors that are unsafe. If necessary, notify public safety personnel help “exit” clients with inappropriate or unsafe behaviors.

· Respond appropriately to emergencies morning appointments.

· Maintain daily sign‐in sheet.

· Ensure facility is maintained in a clean and orderly fashion.

· After each shift, e-mail information, including number of participants, any need for supplies, any time 911 or public safety personnel were called, or information about clients who may need additional medical or behavioral support and follow up.

· Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

The Department is searching for friendly and compassionate candidates with the ability to effectively work with a diverse group; help participants feel welcome, while ensuring a safe environment. Candidates must be willing to work when called for duty for this on‐call position. Candidates with social service experience, or experience in working with the homeless population are strongly encouraged to apply.

Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge and skills necessary for satisfactory job performance would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be a high school diploma or equivalent, and some social service experience.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The hourly rate for this position is $20.  These temporary assignments do not include benefits.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS, RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PROCESS

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible.  The position may close without notice.  To be considered for this position, submit a completed City application, resume, and completed supplemental questionnaire through the online application system at www.fremont.gov/tempjobs.  Applications will be considered for participation in the selection process upon receipt.  Highly competitive candidates may be invited to participate in an individual and/or panel interviews, fingerprints, and other related components.  Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process.

The City of Burlingame is looking for responsible and enthusiastic part-time Recreation Leaders to assist with the Parks and Recreation Department events and programs throughout the year.

This is a temporary, part-time position and shifts vary depending on the event or program (not to exceed 1,000 hours per fiscal year).  Shifts vary between 7:00AM - 6:30PM (occasionally until 10:00PM depending on event and type of Recreation Leader). 

About the Position:

This position is under the direct supervision of the Recreation Coordinator. Leaders may be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing vacation camp programs in our K - 8 Adventure Camps.

There are (3) adventure camps throughout the year:

1. Summer Camp runs June - August
2. Winter Camp runs during Winter Break
3. Spring Camp runs during the Spring Recess as decided by Burlingame School District 

• Recreation Leaders I are typically high school students serving as assistants to the programs. 
• Recreation Leaders II are typically high school graduates/college students who are able to lead games, crafts and similar activities. 
• Sr. Recreation Leaders are typically college graduates who assume the leadership role of other staff in the programs, are the contacts with school personnel and parents, establish daily curriculum and similar duties.

 Duties will vary depending upon assignment and level of Recreation Leader.

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following:  

• Work at Vacation Camps
• Schedule and implement age specific camp activities for the week
•  Provide direct leadership for participants and volunteers
• Attend field trips and swim days to ensure safety of participants
• Observe and take precaution to secure the safety of participants during camp hours
• Maintain a clean and orderly camp supply closet and camp space
• May be responsible for opening and closing facilities
• Work at a variety of City special events or programs

Knowledge of:

Philosophy, methods and techniques used in planning and leading Vacation Camp programs as well as knowledge of safety, recreation equipment and materials.

Ability to:

Plan, organize, and lead a variety of recreational activities. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.  Ability to assimilate and understand information in a manner consistent with the essential job functions. The ability to relate effectively with the public.

Education and Training:

• Recreation Leader I & Recreation Leader II:  Students under the age of 18 years are required to obtain a work permit from their school.
• Sr. Recreation Leaders:  Sufficient education and experience to satisfactorily perform the duties of the classification.  A typical qualifying background would be prior supervisory and/or leadership experience working with adults and/or children in large groups.

Application Process:

All applicants must complete a City of Burlingame application.  Applications can be obtained on-line at https://www.calopps.org/city-of-burlingame or in person at the Parks and Recreation Department, 850 Burlingame Avenue.  Applications submitted without completed supplemental questions will be considered incomplete and disqualified from this recruitment process.  Only the fist 200 applications will be accepted. Applications must be received by Monday, June 1, 2020 or until the maximum number of applications are received, whichever occurs first.  Faxes will not be accepted.    

Selection Process:

Applications will be reviewed for neatness, accuracy, completion, relevant education, experience and training.  The most qualified applicants whose background and education best meet the needs of the department will be invited to participate in an oral interview. 

FINE PRINT

Prior to appointment, candidates will be required to:  

• pass a fingerprint check submitted to the Department of Justice if over 18 years of age
• comply with The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States at date of hire

The City of Burlingame is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices. The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.  This job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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