Careers
It is the policy of Willis Dady Emergency Shelter to provide employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, Vietnam era or disabled veteran status. All offers of employment are contingent on a negative report on the State of Iowa Criminal History Records Check and Sex Offender Registry. Willis Dady is an At Will Employer.
SEASONAL WINTER SHELTER SYSTEM
RESIDENT ASSISTANT
The Resident Assistant (RA) is responsible for operating the community winter shelter system and providing homeless services to our clients. We are seeking an RA to fill various shifts throughout the week, for an average of 29-35 hours per week. RAs are expected to occasionally substitute for other RAs and provide overnight shelter coverage. The RA position is essential to the successful operation of our shelter, which helps people experiencing homelessness find a path to stability through housing and employment. RAs will work directly with clients, other staff, and volunteers. This position is based in Cedar Rapids at the Winter Shelter System. The Winter Shelter System is a temporary, seasonal shelter that operates from 6pm-8am 7-days per week from November 15-March 31. The position is considered seasonal part-time and will start at $18.00 per hour with a $500 retention bonus at season close.
Check out the full job description for more details and apply by emailing Denine Rushing at Denine@WillisDady.org your resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references.
SUPPORTIVE HOUSING RESIDENT ASSISTANT
The Resident Assistant (RA) is responsible for overseeing overnight operations at Chandler Pump Apartments, a 13-unit Permanent Supportive Housing complex, enforcing property policies and supporting the mission of the organization, providing homeless services to our clients. This includes assisting clients where applicable, and managing the security, safety, and upkeep of the building and grounds. We are seeking RAs to fill an overnight shift (9pm-5am) throughout the week, for an average of 29 hours per week.
This position is based in Cedar Rapids at the PSH located NW Cedar Rapids. The position is considered part-time (up to 29-hours per week) and begins at an hourly wage of $17.85 per hour. Willis Dady is a federal student loan forgiveness qualifying agency. Willis Dady is an Equal Opportunity and At-Will Employer.
Check out the full job description for more details and apply by sending a resume, and three professional references to Lauren White at lauren@willisdady.org or via mail at 1247 4th Ave SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Interested applicants may also call for more information at 319-362-7555.
RESIDENT ASSISTANT (RA)
The Residential Assistant (RA) is responsible for operating the Willis Dady homeless shelter facility and providing homeless services to our clients. This includes assisting clients who are residing in shelter and managing the security, safety, and upkeep of the building and grounds. We are seeking an RA to fill 3 – 6 various shifts throughout the week, for an average of 10-20 hours per week. RAs are expected to occasionally substitute for other RAs and in rare instances provide overnight shelter coverage. The RA position is essential to the successful operation of our shelter, which helps people experiencing homelessness find a path to stability through housing and employment. RAs will work directly with clients, other staff, and volunteers. RAs will start at $16.00 per hour.
Check out the full job description for more details and apply by emailing Denine Rushing at Denine@WillisDady.org your resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references.