Job description

Grace Cafe Daytime Services Drop-In Center Coordinator

The Center - Philadelphia @ Arch Street United Methodist Church

55 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Part-Time - Non-Exempt - 30 hours per week

Salary: $21 per hour

Option to expand to Full-Time with expanded skills and responsibilities.

Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00AM-3:30PM,

One week a month Sunday 10:30AM-6:30PM, Monday - Wednesday 8:00AM-3:30PM

Reports To: Director of Programming

The Grace Cafe Daytime Services program is a drop-in day center in Center City Philadelphia for individuals currently experiencing homelessness. Grace Cafe Daytime Services provides showers, laundry, case management, a clothing closet, and other programming to 50 individuals Monday-Thursday. In addition to weekday programming each Sunday we offer a drop in Wellness Clinic, a home-cooked hot meal, and case management. The Drop-In Center Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing the drop-in center space and clothing closet.

The Center-Philadelphia is an LGBTQIA+ affirming organization. The Center-Philadelphia was birthed out of a justice-seeking and Sanctuary protestant congregation. The Center-Philadelphia is aligned with other communities of faith and conscience in creating movements for intersectional justice. The Center-Philadelphia is open to all persons, no matter how they identify, including without regard to age, race, ethnic background, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, economic or marital status, physical or mental ability, immigration status, and spiritual tradition.

Education & Experience Expectations:

Associate’s degree in Behavioral Health, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Family/Consumer Sciences, Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Human Services, Education, Counseling, or Therapy is helpful but not required. Experience working with a non-profit is preferable.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Staff drop-in center welcome table
• Set up drop-in space daily
• Ensure tables are sanitized and floor is swept of debris
• Make sure computers and TV are set up and ready to be used

• Welcome guests, answer questions about services, and orient new guests to the space
• Remind guests of appointments throughout the day

• Oversee computer usage and phone charging locker
• Assist guests with computer literacy as needed.

• Manage clothing closet
• Sort and put away new donations
• Facilitate clothing appointments
• Log distributed items daily in log book and weekly on the computer
• Maintain inventory of donations and supplies needed to support the clothing closet including clothing, underwear, toiletries, and other needed supplies. Work with the Director of Programming to order and/or promote donation needs (through social media and other avenues) to restock supplies.

• Maintain timely and detailed records as required
• Complete HMIS training and maintain records

• Provide crisis management and make referrals to needed services including health, mental health, public entitlements, education and vocational training.
• Participate in staff meetings and leadership development activities to support the overall functioning of the program.
• Lead and train volunteers partnering with the center to provide meaningful experiences and a sense of accomplishment.
• Participate in the overall function of the program as needed.
• Serve as an advocate or liaison for individuals with community organizations.

Position Requirements:

• A demonstrated capacity to creatively seek out resources, build relationships and problem-solve.
• Ability to effectively communicate and network with guests, other agencies, service providers, volunteers and staff.
• Ability to analyze socio-economic conditions and identify unmet needs.
• Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors in a fast paced environment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

Part time benefits: The Center - Philadelphia offers 2 weeks of vacation, 8 paid holidays and 5 paid sick days. The Center - Philadelphia participates in the Pennsylvania Unemployment Compensation program. The Center-Philadelphia offers a $2000 health stipend and option to enroll in a 403B retirement savings plan. This position is funded through a contract and is contingent upon continuing funding. This is an hourly non-exempt position. Salary: $21/per hour.

To Apply: Please send a cover letter detailing your experience and interest in this position and a resume to Jobs@archstreetumc.org. Please specify if you are applying to the part time or full time position. Candidates invited to interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applicants we are unable to receive calls related to this position.

Full-Time Option with Meal Coordinator addition:

This position may be expanded into a full time Non-Exempt position- 40 hours per week with the additional skills and responsibilities listed below.

Hours: Every Sunday 10:30AM-6:30PM, Monday - Thursday 8:00AM-4:00PM

Meal & Drop in Center Coordinator

Education & Experience Expectations:

Associate’s degree in Nutrition, food service and/or cooking related certifications helpful but not required. ServSafe manager certification preferred, or willingness to achieve certification within the first two months. Experience working with a non-profit is preferable.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Cook nutritious meals for 100 people each Sunday and meal prep up to 200 meals to be served during the week.
• Emphasizing fresh produce and lean proteins where possible.

• Meal plan and arrange for food and supplies to be purchased, donated, or delivered.
• Lead a small group of weekly volunteers.
• Delegate tasks to cooking volunteers on Sundays
• Communicate needs with donation collection volunteers and volunteer shoppers
• Orient volunteers to cleanliness and safety standards
• Support volunteers partnering with the Center to provide meaningful experiences and a sense of accomplishment.

• Maintain timely and detailed records as required.
• Participate in staff meetings and leadership development activities to support the overall functioning of the program.
• Participate in the overall function of the program as needed.

Position Requirements:

• Familiarity with commercial cooking equipment.
• Ability to plan meal choices within a set budget.
• A demonstrated capacity to creatively seek out resources, build relationships and problem-solve.
• Ability to effectively communicate and network with volunteers and staff.
• Ability to analyze socio-economic conditions in order to plan healthy and
• delicious meals.
• Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors in a fast paced environment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to lift bulk food supplies, pots, and pans.

Full time benefits: The Center - Philadelphia offers 4 weeks of vacation, 10 paid holidays and 5 paid sick days. The Center - Philadelphia participates in the Pennsylvania Unemployment Compensation program. The Center-Philadelphia offers a $4000 health stipend and option to enroll in a 403B retirement savings plan. This position is funded through a contract and is contingent upon continuing funding. This is an hourly non-exempt position. Salary: $21/per hour.

To Apply: Please send a cover letter detailing your experience and interest in this position and a resume to Jobs@archstreetumc.org. Please specify if you are applying to the part time or full time position. Candidates invited to interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applicants we are unable to receive calls related to this position.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Day shift

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees are required to show proof of vaccination.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Philadelphia, PA 19107: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you wish to be considered for only part-time, full-time, or both?

Work Location: In person

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