Family Triage Resident Support Specialist

Columbus House, Inc. Job Posting: Seasonal Part Time and Per Diem Positions, FLSA Non-Exempt, Essential Family Triage Resident Support Specialist 2 nd & 3 rd shifts Seasonal: November 15, 2026 to April 15, 2027 Company Overview & Mission Columbus House opened its doors in 1982 to provide services for men and women at least 18 years of age.

Our goals quickly broadened from the mere provision of food and shelter and simple survival, to understanding and working toward overcoming the problems which cause people to become homeless. Columbus House, along with its core of loyal supporters, friends, and volunteers, has remained committed to fulfilling its mission: "To serve people experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk by providing life-saving outreach, shelter and housing and by fostering their personal growth and independence.

We advocate for and create affordable housing to end homelessness in our communities." Responsibilities Provide residential supervision and oversight for the family triage residents. Assist in admission/discharge process; supervise chore assignments; monitor client behavior and interactions. Duties include hourly journal entries; supervision and logging of self-administered client medications, incident reporting, demographics, crisis intervention and other assignments as required.

Qualifications

and Requirements Experience working with the homeless population, including those with substance abuse and mental health issues, is required. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills are essential. Must have the ability to engage people from a variety of life backgrounds; able to employ Harm Reduction principles and understand Cultural Diversity principles.

Ability to learn skills to perform in crisis intervention required. Ability to learn computer skills is required as is a basic knowledge of MS Word and Excel. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. MUST BE PROMPT AND DEPENDABLE Supervised by: Family Triage Coordinator Pay Scale: $19.00/hr Work Schedules: Friday to Sunday (2 positions): 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM Monday to Thursday (2 positions): 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday to Saturday (2 positions): 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM Sunday to Wednesday (2 positions): 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM Per Diem (2 positions): As needed Ways to Apply Please apply using one of the following methods: Apply online at www.

columbushouse.org Email your resume to hr@columbushouse.org Stop by 586 Ella Grasso Blvd, New Haven, CT 06519 to complete an application in person.