Surge Shelter Coordinator

Surge Shelter Coordinator**

Location:** Richmond, VA

Role Type:** Seasonal (October - Mid-April), Full-Time

Pay:** $25.00 / hour

Schedule:** Full-time with evening, weekend, and on-call hours during severe weather activations

About the Role**

Every winter, severe weather brings urgent needs to our community . As the Surge Shelter Coordinator**, you will play a vital role in opening our emergency weather shelter and making sure individuals facing homelessness have a safe, warm, and welcoming place to go .

If you bring strong organizational skills, compassion, and a passion for helping others, this seasonal leadership position is a great way to make a real, hands-on impact .

What You'll Do**

Run Daily Operations:** Help organize and oversee shelter logistics so operations run smoothly whenever emergency weather strikes .

Support & Lead the Team:** Recruit, schedule, and guide seasonal staff, security, and volunteers with encouragement and clear communication .

Build Relationships:** Work closely with other CARITAS teams and local community partners to provide caring, well-coordinated support to shelter guests .

Foster a Safe Environment:** Ensure intake processes and shelter guidelines are handled fairly, accurately, and with deep respect for everyone who walks through our doors .

What We're Looking For**

Experience in shelter operations, social work, emergency services, or program support (a degree in human services or related field is a plus!) .

Comfort stepping up in fast-paced situations and resolving everyday challenges with a calm, helpful mindset .

Great communication skills and an ability to build positive relationships with team members, partners, and participants .

Flexibility to work irregular hours, evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts when severe weather hits .

Why Join CARITAS?**

We believe in hospitality, respect, and solution-focused teamwork . Here, you will find a welcoming environment where your work directly protects lives and strengthens our Richmond community .

We'd love to have you on the team. Apply today to get started!**