Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Shelter Advocate to join our team. As a Shelter Advocate, you will play a crucial role in providing support and assistance to individuals in need within our shelter facility. We are an equal opportunity employer
Responsibilities:
- Provide crisis intervention and emotional support to shelter residents
- Supervise activities within the shelter, ensuring a safe and supportive environment
- Answer 24 Hour Crisis Lines and monitor shelter security
- Some housekeeping and facility maintenance
- Documentation
- Skills:
- Good communication skills
- Non-judgemental attitude
- Team player
- Bilingual a plus but not required
- Ability to multi-task
This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals in need. If you are passionate about providing support and advocacy for vulnerable populations, we encourage you to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage persons with lived experience of interpersonal violence or lived homelessness to apply.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $12.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 24 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person