Top 26 Shelter support worker Jobs in St. Louis, Mo

Engagement Specialist
Archdiocese of St. Louis —St. Louis, MO
- From $18 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Current TB test
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Temporary Social Worker- Health & Welfare Programs
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri Inc —St. Louis, MO
- $24.25 - $26.40 an hour
- Temporary
- Master of Social Work
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
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Youth Development Specialist - Full - time - Evenings
Covenant House Missouri —St. Louis, MO
- $16.10 - $18.21 an hour
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Windows
- Residential
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Youth Development Specialist - Part - Time - Weekends
Covenant House Missouri —St. Louis, MO
- $16.67 - $18.21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- Windows
- Residential
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Community Health Worker
St. Louis Integrated Health Network —St. Louis, MO
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Case Manager
Covenant House Missouri —St. Louis, MO
- $17.16 - $20.28 an hour
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Windows
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Program Assistant
Archdiocese of St. Louis —St. Louis, MO
- Part-time
- Current TB test
- Pass drug screening
- Office
Outreach Worker FT
EPWORTH CHILDREN & FAMILY SERVICES INC —St. Louis, MO
- $17 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
Social Worker St. Louis County Library
EPWORTH CHILDREN & FAMILY SERVICES INC —St. Louis, MO
- $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Master of Social Work
- Mid-level
Social Worker
Epworth Children & Family Services —St. Louis, MO
- $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Master of Social Work
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Shelter Vet Assistant
Belleville Area Humane Society —Belleville, IL
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
- 403(b) matching
- Paid parental leave
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Housing Stability Coordinator (Own Home
DOORWAYS —St. Louis, MO
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health insurance
2d
Social Worker - Rock Road Branch (Epworth)
St. Louis County Library —Saint Ann, MO
- $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Master of Social Work
- Mid-level
Own Home Housing Stability Coordinator
DOORWAYS —St. Louis, MO
- $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 403(b) matching
- Mileage reimbursement
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Residential Services Supervisor
The Salvation Army Central Territory —St. Louis, MO
- $60,415 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Office
- Residential
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Home Health Social Worker
Centerwell —St. Louis, MO
- $65,000 - $88,600 a year
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Management
- BLS Certification
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
Youth Assessment Center - Case Manager - Full - Time
Covenant House Missouri —St. Louis, MO
- $17.16 - $20.28 an hour
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Windows
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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OVP Case Manager - PT - Evening Shift
Covenant House Missouri —St. Louis, MO
- $17.16 - $20.28 an hour
- Email
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Windows
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OVP Resource Officer - Support Services Associate
Covenant House Missouri —St. Louis, MO
- $16.10 - $18.21 an hour
- Email
- Windows
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
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YAC - Youth Development Specialist
Covenant House Missouri —St. Louis, MO
- $16.18 - $18.21 an hour
- Email
- Mid-level
- Windows
- High school diploma or GED
Quick Apply

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Engagement Specialist

Archdiocese of St. Louis -
St. Louis, MO

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Job Details

From $18 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Parental leave

Qualifications

Case documentation in social services
Safety assessments for crisis intervention support
Incident reporting compliance
Resident conversation engagement
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Caregiving documentation requirements
Referral services for crisis intervention support
Interdisciplinary collaboration in health services social work
Client rapport building
Client assessment in social work
Client file management
De-escalation techniques
Conflict de-escalation
Community resource coordination in health services social work
High school diploma or GED
Mental health resources facilitation
Client referral services
Resident rapport building
Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning
Working with families
Physical safety enforcement
Social work care coordination
Referral coordination

Full Job Description

St. Patrick Center provides opportunities for self-sufficiency and dignity to people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Individuals and families build permanent, positive change in their lives through safe and affordable housing, sound mental and physical health, and employment and financial stability.

Working collaboratively with individuals, businesses, government and other service providers, St. Patrick Center will end chronic homelessness in the St. Louis region through Housing First, an evidence-based practice that tells us to remove barriers, do intake and assessment early, move people into housing and offer them support to achieve their goals.

Position Summary

St. Patrick Center, a ministry of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of St. Louis, is looking for a mission and values driven individual to join our team at our off-site location, Caritas St. Matthews. The Engagement Specialist role provides front‑line engagement, safety monitoring, and crisis response for residents, visitors, and individuals seeking services within a residential campus. The position supports client stability, connects individuals to internal and community resources, maintains required documentation, and promotes a safe, welcoming, and therapeutic environment. This program is a 24/7 program, requires the ability to be flexible, and able to consistently work Saturday and Sunday either 7 am-3 pm or 3 pm-11 pm with the potential to rotate monthly. The position is part-time, works no more than 19 hours per week, and is ineligible for benefits. There are two vacant positions available. The position starts at $18 per hour.

Overview & Responsibilities

Greet and direct volunteers, visitors, and individuals seeking services to appropriate entrances and resources.
Maintain a welcoming, visible, and professional presence at the front desk and throughout the campus.
Engage clients in conversation to assess needs related to housing, substance use, mental health, or general support.
Provide accurate information and referrals to internal services, community agencies, and shelter providers as appropriate.
Maintain positive, professional relationships with residents while upholding appropriate boundaries.
Conduct scheduled security rounds indoors and outdoors to monitor safety, cleanliness, and policy compliance.
Identify and report behavioral, emotional, or physical changes in residents to the social worker or supervisor.
Utilize approved de‑escalation techniques to defuse conflict or volatile situations.
Provide crisis intervention when necessary and escalate emergencies appropriately, including contacting 911 when indicated.
Complete incident reports in accordance with ministry policy.
Accurately document all client interactions, interventions, and services in CaseWorthy and Service Point.
Complete daily shift notes and required documentation for ongoing clients.
Maintain visitor sign‑in logs and front desk records.
Ensure documentation meets agency standards for timeliness, accuracy, and confidentiality.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary and multi‑disciplinary teams to support client treatment goals.
Coordinate with community service providers to ensure continuity of care and service delivery.
Participate in team meetings, trainings, and required certifications.
Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge & Experience Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Current TB test, CPR and First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire.
Experience working with individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders preferred.
Knowledge of co‑occurring mental health and substance use diagnoses preferred.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Ability to function effectively within an interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary team model.

Skills & Competencies Required

Establishes respectful rapport with a diverse population while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
Communicate clearly, calmly, and professionally with clients, visitors, and staff.
Identifies safety concerns, behavioral changes, and crisis situations promptly.
Applies approved de‑escalation and crisis intervention techniques effectively.
Appropriately escalate emergencies, including contacting 911 when warranted.
Engages clients to assess immediate needs related to housing, mental health, or substance use.
Provides accurate referrals to internal services and community resources.
Completes timely, accurate documentation of all client interactions, incidents, and services.
Maintains confidentiality and complies with ministry policies and regulatory requirements.
Works effectively within interdisciplinary teams and with external service partners.
Demonstrates reliability, alertness, and flexibility across varying shifts and duties. Ability to stay awake for entire shift.
Ability to interface with diverse population

Resources for Which Accountable

None

St. Patrick Center does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its federally assisted programs and activities. St. Patrick Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability.

Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screenings will include criminal background check and other background checks (as needed), Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, and Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination. Various positions will require physical examination, Tuberculosis screening and Hepatitis A. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

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shelter support worker jobs in st. louis, mo

Engagement Specialist

Temporary Social Worker- Health & Welfare Programs

Youth Development Specialist - Full - time - Evenings

Youth Development Specialist - Part - Time - Weekends

Community Health Worker

Case Manager

Program Assistant

Outreach Worker FT

Social Worker St. Louis County Library

Social Worker

Shelter Vet Assistant

Housing Stability Coordinator (Own Home

Social Worker - Rock Road Branch (Epworth)

Own Home Housing Stability Coordinator

Residential Services Supervisor

Home Health Social Worker

Youth Assessment Center - Case Manager - Full - Time

OVP Case Manager - PT - Evening Shift

OVP Resource Officer - Support Services Associate

YAC - Youth Development Specialist

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