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Shelter Host - Maclellan Shelter for Families

The Maclellan Shelter for Families hosts families in a transitional shelter (90 days) while they take the next steps in self-sufficiency.

Shelter Host will help answer phones, answer the door and help with light housekeeping tasks.

Location:
727 East 11th Street

Instructions:
Please enter the Chattanooga Community Kitchen main entrance through two doors located under a green ‘Chattanooga Community Kitchen’ awning

How It Works

  • Kitchen volunteers must be 18 or older to work in the Maclellan Shelter for Families and able to pass a background check.

  • After passing a background check, volunteers will be able to sign-up for shifts based on availability.

  • After signing up, please come prepared with appropriate attire including closed-toed, flat shoes, and long pants.

  • Please contact sadiew@chattfoundation.org to sign-up.

What To Expect

  • Volunteers will be stationed behind the welcome desk in a secured building.

  • Volunteers will be responsible for allowing access to guests by answering the door via security monitor.

  • Volunteers will answer phones and route accordingly. Training will be provided.

  • Volunteers will help with light housekeeping (sweeping, mopping, laundry) when needed.

Sign Up To Volunteer!