Warming Station Shelter Staff - Oneonta

About the role

Ready to Launch Your Career in Human Services? 🚀 Join Catholic Charities as Warming Center Staff and Make a Real Difference! Are you looking for meaningful work that truly impacts lives? Catholic Charities of Delaware, Otsego, & Schoharie Counties is seeking compassionate, reliable individuals to join our team as Warming Center Staff during the 2025–2026 season. This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to be a lifeline to those experiencing homelessness during the coldest months of the year. If you're someone who wants to give back, support your community, and work in a purpose-driven environment, we want to hear from you.

Why Join Catholic Charities? When you join our mission, you become part of an organization built on compassion, service, and community impact. We believe in the power of caring, and we are proud to serve those in need every single day—including holidays.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring guests and ensuring safety during both indoor and outdoor hours—whether they’re awake or sleeping
• Providing respectful assistance with forms and applications for services
• Keeping an accurate daily guest log and reporting to your supervisor
• Enforcing warming center policies with professionalism and compassion
• Setting up the center at the start of each shift (including cots, bedding, snacks, beverages, and entertainment supplies)
• Creating a welcoming, calm, and supportive atmosphere for all guests

Schedule

Program Schedule: 📅 Runs November 2025 through April 2026 🕒 Open every day—including holidays ⏰ Flexible part-time hours (7–14 hours/week) Choose from two convenient shifts: Evening: 5:00 PM – 12:30 AM Overnight: 12:30 AM – 8:00 AM

Pay

Compensation: 💵 $30.00/hour November - April; Training rate $18.00/hour Make a difference while earning competitive pay!

Requirements

What We’re Looking For: High School Diploma or GED required 1 to 3 years of experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or vulnerable populations Empathy, reliability, and strong interpersonal skills Ability to remain calm, professional, and compassionate in all situations

Benefits

• A diverse and inclusive work environment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)
• Exciting referral bonuses
• Ongoing training and development
• Recognition and Awards
• Career Growth
• A collaborative team culture