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Summary: The cashier/floater should be able to multitask while performing daily operations of the resale store with confidence and enthusiasm. Good communication with the manager, employees, and customers is imperative. Confidentiality is required as it relates to sensitive information, Safe Harbor Clients and donors. This is a part time, hourly, non-exempt position.

Reports To: Store Manager

Job Responsibilities:

• Adhere to the guidelines of the Safe Harbor Employee Handbook and the Resale shop procedures.
• Ensure that the store is clean, safe, and presentable for customers throughout your shift.
• Greet and assist customers when you’re working the cash register or when other sales associates are unavailable.
• Clean, price, and appropriately display merchandise in accordance with thrift
• Assist Manager in creating and implementing shop events, shop displays, and shop projects.
• Must be prompt, dependable and able to execute task independently.
• Exercises discretion regarding acceptance and/or disposition of donated goods and maintains donor relationship through attentive customer service when working the donation door.
• Help to maintain a clean, attractive, orderly, and safe work environment throughout the store.
• Participate in store special events.
• Responsible for loading and unloading donation trucks/vehicles assigned.
• Experience working with one or more of the following: individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health related issues, substance abuse, domestic violence, and with those living in poverty preferred.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to perform physical work, including working in outdoor elements and lifting up to 50 lbs. unaided is required.
• Good hand and eye coordination.
• Fully understand how to move and lift large pieces of furniture.
• Responsible for moving items that are donated and sold by the public.

 

Highly qualified and motivated candidates may apply by  applying online. Click here.

Safe Harbor champions equity in all public and private responses to domestic violence. We are committed to serving all survivors of domestic violence regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, culture, gender, sexual identity, age, ability, or faith. We serve the entire community in their individually unique circumstances, and we strive to meet each person in the place from which they can begin their healing journey. Safe Harbor also cultivates an internal community that honors understanding, compassion, acceptance, and belonging. These values ground our mission to assist and advocate for victims of domestic violence and their families from all backgrounds and to fulfill our vision to influence a culture where all people feel safe and valued in their relationships.

 

Harbor is a private, 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing services for and empowering victims of domestic violence in the upstate of South Carolina. We offer a continuum of services, providing safe emergency shelter, counseling, assistance with orders of protection, and transitional housing, as well as teen dating violence education and community outreach in Greenville, Pickens, Anderson, and Oconee counties.

At Safe Harbor, we strive to create a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. We approach our work with diverse and multicultural perspectives to empower the voices of persons impacted by domestic violence, with the ultimate goal to influence a culture where all people feel safe and valued.

As an equal opportunity employer, Safe Harbor is committed to providing employees with a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Job description for Client Support Staff

This position is responsible for following day-to-day policies/protocols to maintain the well-being and safety of clients and their children in a domestic violence shelter. The client support staff works independently during evenings and weekends, but is part of the overall shelter operations team.

The responsibility of this staff person is to assure that clients and their children have basic necessities and to ease the stress of community living for clients and their children. They are tasked with assuring clients are oriented to the shelter environment and that they understand and follow client shelter guidelines.

The client support staff person must be able to work calmly and independently while managing multiple priorities in an intermittently challenging environment.

The client support staff must display interpersonal skills to be able to provide emotional support for victims of domestic violence. Examples of tasks are: answering the Safe Harbor crisis line and working with shelter clients on managing the day-day stressors of living in community living shelter. The client support staff must effectively manage crises that arise from clients who have experienced trauma, including de-escalation and conflict resolution.

The client support staff, along with the community living team, provides opportunities for shelter clients to enjoy their shelter stay by organizing and facilitating opportunities for fun activities, such as movie nights and birthday celebrations.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Passion for serving others
• Experience in working in a high stress environment
• Ability to pass contingent screening of criminal background check and drug test

The candidates for Client Support Staff must possess:

• Capacity and willingness to follow agency/shelter processes and procedures.
• Basic computer skills
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills
• The ability to be self-directed and to work independently within a shelter setting as well as supporting and participating in the shelter operations team
• Excellent verbal and written communication among a diverse group of individuals
• Flexibility
• The ability to work well with individuals in crisis, as well as, to calmly and objectively address clients who are experiencing trauma effects, including substance use, mental health concerns and/or disruptive behaviors: to use compassionate accountability to assure the overall well-being and safety of all shelter clients

Hours:

40 hours per week: days vary; hours during the week are 2nd or 3rd shift. Weekend hours vary to include 8a to 4p, 4p to 12a or 12a to 8am

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Plastic shield at workstations
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
• Reduced number of clients in shelter program

Highly qualified and motivated candidates may apply by completing the on-line profile/application at:  Please click here to apply.

Safe Harbor champions equity in all public and private responses to domestic violence. We are committed to serving all survivors of domestic violence regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, culture, gender, sexual identity, age, ability, or faith. We serve the entire community in their individually unique circumstances, and we strive to meet each person in the place from which they can begin their healing journey. Safe Harbor also cultivates an internal community that honors understanding, compassion, acceptance, and belonging. These values ground our mission to assist and advocate for victims of domestic violence and their families from all backgrounds and to fulfill our vision to influence a culture where all people feel safe and valued in their relationships.

Harbor is a private, 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing services for and empowering victims of domestic violence in the upstate of South Carolina. We offer a continuum of services, providing safe emergency shelter, counseling, assistance with orders of protection, and transitional housing, as well as teen dating violence education and community outreach in Greenville, Pickens, Anderson, and Oconee counties.

At Safe Harbor, we strive to create a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. We approach our work with diverse and multicultural perspectives to empower the voices of persons impacted by domestic violence, with the ultimate goal to influence a culture where all people feel safe and valued.

As an equal opportunity employer, Safe Harbor is committed to providing employees with a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Job description for Client Support Staff

This position is responsible for following day-to-day policies/protocols to maintain the well-being and safety of clients and their children in a domestic violence shelter. The client support staff works independently during evenings and weekends, but is part of the overall shelter operations team.

The responsibility of this staff person is to assure that clients and their children have basic necessities and to ease the stress of community living for clients and their children. They are tasked with assuring clients are oriented to the shelter environment and that they understand and follow client shelter guidelines.

The client support staff person must be able to work calmly and independently while managing multiple priorities in an intermittently challenging environment.

The client support staff must display interpersonal skills to be able to provide emotional support for victims of domestic violence. Examples of tasks are: answering the Safe Harbor crisis line and working with shelter clients on managing the day-day stressors of living in community living shelter. The client support staff must effectively manage crises that arise from clients who have experienced trauma, including de-escalation and conflict resolution.

The client support staff, along with the community living team, provides opportunities for shelter clients to enjoy their shelter stay by organizing and facilitating opportunities for fun activities, such as movie nights and birthday celebrations.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Passion for serving others
• Experience in working in a high stress environment
• Ability to pass contingent screening of criminal background check and drug test

The candidates for Client Support Staff must possess:

• Capacity and willingness to follow agency/shelter processes and procedures.
• Basic computer skills
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills
• The ability to be self-directed and to work independently within a shelter setting as well as supporting and participating in the shelter operations team
• Excellent verbal and written communication among a diverse group of individuals
• Flexibility
• The ability to work well with individuals in crisis, as well as, to calmly and objectively address clients who are experiencing trauma effects, including substance use, mental health concerns and/or disruptive behaviors: to use compassionate accountability to assure the overall well-being and safety of all shelter clients

Hours:

40 hours per week: days vary Sunday - Saturday; hours during the week are 2nd or 3rd shift.   

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Plastic shield at workstations
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
• Reduced number of clients in shelter program

Highly qualified and motivated candidates may apply by completing the on-line profile/application at: completing an on-line application. 

Safe Harbor champions equity in all public and private responses to domestic violence. We are committed to serving all survivors of domestic violence regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, culture, gender, sexual identity, age, ability, or faith. We serve the entire community in their individually unique circumstances, and we strive to meet each person in the place from which they can begin their healing journey. Safe Harbor also cultivates an internal community that honors understanding, compassion, acceptance, and belonging. These values ground our mission to assist and advocate for victims of domestic violence and their families from all backgrounds and to fulfill our vision to influence a culture where all people feel safe and valued in their relationships.

Harbor is a private, 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing services for and empowering victims of domestic violence in the upstate of South Carolina. We offer a continuum of services, providing safe emergency shelter, counseling, assistance with orders of protection, and transitional housing, as well as teen dating violence education and community outreach in Greenville, Pickens, Anderson, and Oconee counties.

At Safe Harbor, we strive to create a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. We approach our work with diverse and multicultural perspectives to empower the voices of persons impacted by domestic violence, with the ultimate goal to influence a culture where all people feel safe and valued.

As an equal opportunity employer, Safe Harbor is committed to providing employees with a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Job description for Client Support Staff

This position is responsible for following day-to-day policies/protocols to maintain the well-being and safety of clients and their children in a domestic violence shelter. The client support staff works independently during evenings and weekends, but is part of the overall shelter operations team.

The responsibility of this staff person is to assure that clients and their children have basic necessities and to ease the stress of community living for clients and their children. They are tasked with assuring clients are oriented to the shelter environment and that they understand and follow client shelter guidelines.

The client support staff person must be able to work calmly and independently while managing multiple priorities in an intermittently challenging environment.

The client support staff must display interpersonal skills to be able to provide emotional support for victims of domestic violence. Examples of tasks are: answering the Safe Harbor crisis line and working with shelter clients on managing the day-day stressors of living in community living shelter. The client support staff must effectively manage crises that arise from clients who have experienced trauma, including de-escalation and conflict resolution.

The client support staff, along with the community living team, provides opportunities for shelter clients to enjoy their shelter stay by organizing and facilitating opportunities for fun activities, such as movie nights and birthday celebrations.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED

Passion for serving others

Experience in working in a high stress environment

Ability to pass contingent screening of criminal background check and drug test

The candidates for Client Support Staff must possess:

Capacity and willingness to follow agency/shelter processes and procedures.

Basic computer skills

Strong customer service and problem-solving skills

The ability to be self-directed and to work independently within a shelter setting as well as supporting and participating in the shelter operations team

Excellent verbal and written communication among a diverse group of individuals

Flexibility

The ability to work well with individuals in crisis, as well as, to calmly and objectively address clients who are experiencing trauma effects, including substance use, mental health concerns and/or disruptive behaviors: to use compassionate accountability to assure the overall well-being and safety of all shelter clients

Hours:

40 hours per week: days vary; hours during the week are 2nd or 3rd shift. Weekend hours vary to include 8a to 4p, 4p to 12a or 12a to 8am

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

Remote interview process

Personal protective equipment provided or required

Plastic shield at workstations

Social distancing guidelines in place

Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Reduced number of clients in shelter program

Highly qualified and motivated candidates may apply by completing an on-line application.  Click here to apply.

Safe Harbor champions equity in all public and private responses to domestic violence. We are committed to serving all survivors of domestic violence regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, culture, gender, sexual identity, age, ability, or faith. We serve the entire community in their individually unique circumstances, and we strive to meet each person in the place from which they can begin their healing journey. Safe Harbor also cultivates an internal community that honors understanding, compassion, acceptance, and belonging. These values ground our mission to assist and advocate for victims of domestic violence and their families from all backgrounds and to fulfill our vision to influence a culture where all people feel safe and valued in their relationships.

SUMMARY: As the donation assistant, you will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service through positive and effective communication with customers, donors, and clients. As well as being efficient in the operation of the Resale Shop donation area and the Resale Shop Team.

This position works closely with the Furniture Pick-up and Delivery Associate and the Resale Shop Manager to provide support with the donation area, community donation pick-ups, deliveries, and assisting client move outs. This position will assist with donation intake, sorting and resale. Must work well with a team and utilize customer service skills. This is a full time, salaried position eligible for full benefits.

Reports To: Furniture Pick Up and Delivery Associate

Job Description:

• Follow the guidelines of Employee Handbook of Safe Harbor, the procedures of Safe Harbor Resale Shop, and operations of the box truck
• Ensure that the processing area of the donation center, Warehouse, and box truck are clean, safe, and presentable throughout your shift
• Greet and assist customers/donors/clients when providing assistance
• Assist the Furniture Pick-up and Delivery Associate in all duties assigned, Warehouse Furniture employees, and Resale Shop in Donations
• Must be prompt and dependable
• Exercises discretion regarding acceptance and/or disposition of donated goods and maintains donor relationship through attentive customer service when working the donation door, and in the community
• Help to maintain a clean, attractive, orderly, and safe work environment throughout the day
• Participate in Resale Shop special events when needed.
• Responsible for loading and unloading donation trucks/vehicles, as assigned
• Experience working in customer service.
• Confidentiality in issues discussed in meetings, with clients, etc. is expected

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Current/valid Driver’s License
• Skilled in driving a box truck
• Must have a positive attitude and enthusiasm
• Possess ability to meet the physical demands of the position.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional boundaries in working with coworkers, clients, volunteers, and donors
• Ability to communicate well with management, co-workers and community partners
• Willingness to uphold company standards for safety, service and efficiency

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to perform the essential functions.

• Good hand/eye coordination
• Practice correct lifting and maneuvering technique for large pieces of furniture
• Responsible for moving items that are donated and sold by the public
• Ability to perform physical work, including working in outdoor elements
• Lifting to 50 lbs. unaided is required
• Must be able to lift, and carry donation items weighing up to 75 pounds with assistance
• Must be able to sustain a full shift (4 to 8 hours depending on scheduled hours) of standing, walking, lifting, and bending
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, reach, bend, stoop and stretch

 

Highly motivated and qualified candidates may apply by completing an on-line application.  

Click here to apply.

Primary Function: This position will coordinate and manage a successful grant program, including all functions relating to the grant application and reporting processes. This is a full time, salaried, exempt position eligible for full benefits.

Reports To: Director of Development

Job Responsibilities

• Identify funding sources whose priorities align with the various programs, project, and capital needs of Safe Harbor.
• Write, edit, format, and successfully submit grant proposals (corporate, foundation, and government).
• Monitor grant status. Work directly with Director of Development and Executive Director to ensure compliance with guidelines and standards.
• Work with Data Manager to oversee completion of monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual programmatic reports to satisfy grant funder requirements.
• Alongside Director of Development, cultivate relationships with grant funders to build ongoing support of and investment in Safe Harbor.
• Create and maintain a comprehensive grant activity calendar to outline submission and reporting deadlines (corporate, foundation and government) including internal deadlines for staff contribution to reporting and application process.
• Maintain a repository of grant related narratives that can be edited to fulfill grant requests.
• Collaborate with the Chief Executive Officer, Director of Development, Program Director, Director of Shelter Operations, and Director of Finance to assess agency funding needs and priorities.
• Maintain confidentiality with financial data and information
• Attend development events to engage with grant funders. Occasional evening and weekend events.
• To assume such other duties as assigned by the Director of Development.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred
• Understanding of human services nonprofit sector preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in grants management
• Knowledge of local, state and regional funding sources
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to relate to individuals involved in the grant making process in a professional manner.
• Experience in developing or working with statistical databases. Apricot and Bloomerang preferred.
• Ability to manage confidential materials in an appropriate manner.

Highly qualified and motivated candidates, please apply by completing an on-line application by clicking here.

 

Safe Harbor champions equity in all public and private responses to domestic violence. We are committed to serving all survivors of domestic violence regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, culture, gender, sexual identity, age, ability, or faith. We serve the entire community in their individually unique circumstances, and we strive to meet each person in the place from which they can begin their healing journey. Safe Harbor also cultivates an internal community that honors understanding, compassion, acceptance, and belonging. These values ground our mission to assist and advocate for victims of domestic violence and their families from all backgrounds and to fulfill our vision to influence a culture where all people feel safe and valued in their relationships.

SUMMARY: This position carries the responsibility of the daily management of the physical facility, assuring that it is a clean, safe environment; utilizing the support of clients and volunteers. Assures that household and client needs are met including: food, supplies, and other necessities.

Reports To: Director of Shelter Operations

Job Responsibilities

• Household Management: This employee is responsible for the oversight, impeccable cleanliness and upkeep of the house, storage areas and outer areas. Must maintain strict compliance with health and safety requirements, as well as, regulations required by our funding sources. Responsible for ensuring shelters have needed groceries and supplies, and being aware of all household needs, linens, etc. The House Manager is included in the on-call rotation, for emergencies and major client concerns for overnight and weekend staff.
• Records Keeping: This employee will maintain complete and thorough records having to do with community living, budget, shelter projects and supervision.
• Resident Liaison: This employee will be responsible for making sure that clients understand their rights and responsibilities in community living.
• In Kind Donations: This employee assist with the receipt and oversight of non-cash donations that come into the shelter. Helps coordinate volunteers, clients and community service workers in sorting and organizing donations in the storage building and basements. Maintains items on site for residents.
• Transportation: This employee is responsible for the licensing, maintenance and cleanliness of the agency vehicles.
• Crisis Intervention: This employee’s responsibilities include answering the door and the crisis and business line; performing telephone intakes, to include admission approval to the shelter, and client intakes.
• Any other assigned duties.

Qualifications & Skills: Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. Must be physically capable to lift up to 50 lbs., navigate stairs and perform all tasks related to this position. Maturity, flexibility, and interpersonal skills necessary to work in a crisis oriented, stressful environment is essential.

Highly motivated and qualified candidates may complete an on-line application.   Click here

 

Safe Harbor champions equity in all public and private responses to domestic violence. We are committed to serving all survivors of domestic violence regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, culture, gender, sexual identity, age, ability, or faith. We serve the entire community in their individually unique circumstances, and we strive to meet each person in the place from which they can begin their healing journey. Safe Harbor also cultivates an internal community that honors understanding, compassion, acceptance, and belonging. These values ground our mission to assist and advocate for victims of domestic violence and their families from all backgrounds and to fulfill our vision to influence a culture where all people feel safe and valued in their relationships.