About Us
The Emergency Shelter is a 24/7 operating facility that provides physical care and custody of children and youth removed from home for protective custody. Their primary duties and responsibilities include providing direct care and supervision to victims of abuse and neglect, assisting in shelter operations, providing developmentally age-appropriate activities for children and youth at the shelter, and providing transportation services for clients.
Meet the Team!
Junnie S. Masga
Community development specialist iii
Kayleen Magofna
Emergency shelter caretaker
Augustina P. Jaimatoon
Emergency shelter caretaker
Gina Ann R. Yaroitemal
Emergency shelter caretaker
Our Services
The Emergency Shelter is designed to provide temporary placement of a child who is placed under DYS custody as a result of child abuse and/or neglect. The shelter’s primary function is to serve as a “home away.” Services provided include, but are not limited to:
Daily Client Care and Supervision
Staff members supervise daily activities of clients and maintain and enforce house rules in a firm and fair manner.
Homework and Tutoring Services
Guidance with completing school-related tasks.
Daily Hygiene
Routines and guidelines for personal hygiene (e.g. showering) are in place and enforced.
Transportation
Transportation is provided for in-house clients to and from school/appointments.
Meal Preparation and Distribution
Daily meals are prepared and distributed by staff members to in-house clients.
Basic Life Skills
Education and hands-on practices for basic and independent living skills (i.e. proper manners, responsibility, health and hygiene, safety protocols, etc.) are provided.
Statistics
Confidentiality Notice: For the safety of our clients, the location and other details of the DYS shelter is strictly confidential. For inquiries, please contact Junnie Masga at (670) 287-2851.