How to Apply
The Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission is looking for professionals committed to our mission of ending homelessness. Our dedication to making a difference in the lives of homeless men, women and children means that we need to draw upon the talent and teamwork that comes from having a diverse staff.
The Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission is incorporated as a private, non-denominational, religious organization and seeks employees who share the values and Christian beliefs of this ministry. Employees for the Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission are selected on the basis of merit, qualification, competency, and suitability to our specific ministry. Employment decisions are made without consideration of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, age, or disability.
We only accept applications and resumes for active job openings, which will be posted below.
Submit both application and resumes via:
- personnel@sbrescuemission.com
- Fax to (318) 629-8493
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Mail (or hand deliver to):
SB Rescue Mission ATTN: Human Resources
901 McNeil St.
Shreveport, LA 71101
- No phone calls or Facebook/Instagram messages
Current Job Openings
There are no current job openings at this time.
Operations/Maintenance Assistant (Full-time)
Reports to: Executive Director
The Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission is in need of a full time operations assistant. Qualified candidates must have a personal relationship with Christ, have a desire to serve the homeless, exhibit a Christ-like attitude and must be able to serve as a witness as needed. Employees must conduct themselves as ambassadors of Christ, ready to share the gospel of salvation with guests, those for whom the Mission exists to serve.
Operations Assistant works under the Executive Director in all aspects of property maintenance, warehouse operations, and assist in driving the Mission’s box truck as needed.
Property maintenance includes but is not limited to including repair, installation, preventive, corrective, and emergency tasks. Working knowledge of basic carpentry, plumbing, construction, electrical, painting, assembly, appliances, grounds maintenance, and HVAC required. Warehouse operations include but are not limited to overseeing inventory, maintain organization of all donations, maintain accurate count of products in donation database, bailing operations, and oversee vocational training students. Operations Assistant will assist in driving the Mission’s box truck as needed to pick up donations and supplies.
Candidates must be able to perform continuously or for prolonged period of time, unassisted lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, walking, kneeling, and stretching.
Email resume and application to personnel@sbrescuemission.com. When sending your resume, please reference in the subject line of the email which position you are applying for.
Men’s Program Assistant/Case Manager (Full-time)
Reports to: Executive Director
The Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission is taking applications for full-time Men’s Program Assistant/Case Manager. Qualified male candidates must have a personal relationship with Christ, have a desire to serve the homeless, exhibit a Christ-like attitude and must be able to serve as a witness as needed.
Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent qualification
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Highly organized and detail oriented
Self-motivated with good time management skills and the ability to multitask
Prior experience working with or serving homeless or low income, diverse populations, and recovery ministry is a plus
Must work well with people, be concerned about their needs and exhibit the ability to motivate and be able to provide tough love when appropriate
Responsibilities
Assist the Executive Director in the oversight of the daily operations of the men’s program.
Assist the Executive Director in training men’s guest services staff
Cooperate and coordinate with the Executive Director in all areas pertaining to the men’s program, attending all meetings.
Provide individualized high quality case management, care, Christian counseling, spiritual leadership and records management for guests in our Life Recovery Program
Prepares complete and accurate case notes and log notes documenting each visit and/or occurrence with guests
Help maintain, throughout the Mission, an attitude of respect toward our guests, remembering all are created in the image of God
Offer comfort and support while helping foster the guest’s journey to independence
Help provide appropriate discipline for male guests whenever warranted
Teach classes as assigned
Perform other duties as assigned
Company Benefits:
Salary position paid twice monthly
Company paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for the employee
PTO
Paid Holidays
Simple IRA with company match
Email resume and application to personnel@sbrescuemission.com. When sending your resume, please reference in the subject line of the email which position you are applying for.
Men’s Guest Services Team (Full-time, Night Shift, 10 pm – 6 am)
Reports to: Director of Men’s Program
Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission is seeking qualified male candidates to be a part of our guests relations ministry team. Candidates must have a personal relationship with Christ and have a desire to serve the homeless. Candidates must exhibit a Christ-like attitude and must be able to serve as a witness as needed. Qualified candidates must possess verbal and written communication skills, be highly organized and detail oriented, be self-motivated and must be able to multi-task. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with diverse groups and individuals. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license. This position functions primarily to meet the needs of our homeless guests including but not limited to maintaining accurate records, answer all incoming calls, and other duties as assigned.
Email resume and application to personnel@sbrescuemission.com. When sending your resume, please reference in the subject line of the email which position you are applying for.
Women’s Guest Services Team (Full and Part Time)
Reports to: Director of Women and Children’s Program Program
Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission is seeking qualified female candidates to be a part of our guests relations ministry team. Candidates must have a personal relationship with Christ and have a desire to serve the homeless. Candidates must exhibit a Christ-like attitude and must be able to serve as a witness as needed. Qualified candidates must possess verbal and written communication skills, be highly organized and detail oriented, be self-motivated and must be able to multi-task. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with diverse groups and individuals. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license. This position functions primarily to meet the needs of our homeless guests including but not limited to maintaining accurate records, answer all incoming calls, and other duties as assigned.
Email resume and application to personnel@sbrescuemission.com. When sending your resume, please reference in the subject line of the email which position you are applying for.a
Cook (Full Time)
Reports to: Kitchen Manager
Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission is seeking qualified candidates to be a part of our food services team. Candidates must have a personal relationship with Christ and have a desire to serve the homeless. Candidates must exhibit a Christ-like attitude and must be able to serve as a witness as needed. Qualified candidates must possess verbal and written communication skills, be highly organized and detail oriented, be self-motivated, have good time management skills, must be able to multi-task, and direct and manage multiple individuals during service. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with diverse groups and individuals. ServSafe Food Handler’s Certification and Valid driver’s license a plus.
Candidates must be able to prep and cook meals in large quantities. Non-profit food preparation experience is a plus. Candidates must be able to work well with both our homeless guests and our community volunteers. Candidates will also work side by side with our guests as they learn how to work in a commercial kitchen. Candidates must be willing to work flexible hours according to needs of Food Service.
Email resume and application to personnel@sbrescuemission.com. When sending your resume, please reference in the subject line of the email which position you are applying for.
Retail Sales Associate (Full-time)
Reports to: Thrift Store Manager
The Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission is taking applications for full-time Thrift Store Ministry Associates. Qualified candidates must have a personal relationship with Christ, have a desire to serve the homeless, exhibit a Christ-like attitude and must be able to serve as a witness as needed. Responsibilities include but are not limited to greeting and assisting customers, operate the cash register and credit payment system, maintain accurate records and record all sales and transactions. Candidates will also work side by side with our guests in our vocational training program and provide them with retail training. Candidates must also adhere to high standards in merchandise presentation including but not limited to arranging and cleaning racks and shelves, monitor the presentation of working electronics, be knowledgeable on current Thrift Store inventory, and other duties as assigned. Thrift Store operates from Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thrift Store Ministry Associates report directly to the Thrift Store Manager.
Please download and complete an application and send it or a résumé to personnel@sbrescuemission.com. When sending your resume, please reference in the subject line of the email which position you are applying for.
Thrift Store Retail Manager
Reports to: Executive Director
The Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission is taking applications for a Thrift Store Manager at our Mission Thrift Store. Candidates must be able to work in a Christian environment, be personable with a desire for ministry to broken and wounded lives, and be observant, work well with both our homeless guests and our community volunteers. Qualified candidates must have a personal relationship with Christ, have a desire to serve the homeless, exhibit a Christ-like attitude and must be able to serve as a witness as needed.
The Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission exist to pursue the Passion of Jesus Christ to lift up the hungry, homeless, abused and addicted.
“Changing our cities one life at a time”
Overview:
The store manager will be responsible for operating the Mission Thrift Store, a social enterprise which supports the programs and services of the Life Recovery Program at the Shreveport Bossier Rescue Mission. The ideal candidate will be highly energetic, friendly and seek to find innovative ways to manage and improve the thrift store. The right candidate will be committed to creating a professional, yet loving atmosphere and will desire to instruct and serve alongside staff and our Mission guests. The Thrift Store provides our guests with community-based job experience, hands-on application of learned skills and simultaneously serves as a funding source for the Mission’s Life Recovery Program.
Qualifications:
- Retail and supervisory experience required with retail management experience preferred.
- Familiarity with merchandise promotion and sales techniques
- Ability to manage and train staff and guests in a retail environment
- Responsible for the accurate handling of donated assets and monies involved in store operations, including daily deposits, banking and change
- Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and complete store sales and deposit records
- Ability to organize and maintain sales floor merchandise
- Ability to multitask; flexible and capable of adapting to changing priorities
- Need to be able to lift 30 lbs, bend, squat, stand for long periods of time
- Valid Driver’s License
Thrift Store operates from Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thrift Store Ministry Associates report directly to the Executive Director.
This is a full-time salary position that includes medical, dental and vision insurance.
Email resume to personnel@sbrescuemission.com or go to sbrescuemission.com and fill out application.
Women’s Guest Services Team (Part Time)
Reports to: Director of Women and Children’s Program
Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission is seeking qualified female candidates to be a part of our guests relations ministry team. Candidates must have a personal relationship with Christ and have a desire to serve the homeless. Candidates must exhibit a Christ-like attitude and must be able to serve as a witness as needed. Qualified candidates must possess verbal and written communication skills, be highly organized and detail oriented, be self-motivated and must be able to multi-task. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with diverse groups and individuals. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license. This position functions primarily to meet the needs of our homeless guests including but not limited to maintaining accurate records, answer all incoming calls, and other duties as assigned.
Email resume and application to personnel@sbrescuemission.com. When sending your resume, please reference in the subject line of the email which position you are applying for.
