Advocate Associate
About us:
People Serving People is the largest and most comprehensive emergency shelter for families experiencing homelessness in Minnesota and a dedicated leader in homeless prevention.
If you want to help transform communities and see families thrive, then People Serving People is the place for you.
What do we need?We are looking for a service-oriented individual for our Full-Time Shelter Advocate role.
The Shelter Advocate provides opportunities for stability to families through support, education, and resource referrals.
Using Trauma-Informed Care principles, the Associate is responsible for serving a caseload of families by building rapport and trust with them while assessing and providing resources for their individual needs.
This is an in-office role without the ability to work remotely.
Responsibilities Meet with families during and after their stay to offer support, resources, referrals, and employment services Communicate on behalf of families to coordinate streamlined services for families with other providers Address concerns from other People Serving People staff and community agencies directly to the family involved and work with the family to create solutions.
Recognize needs for mental/chemical health services and coordinate with Mental and Chemical Health staff onsite Use creative problem-solving skills to brainstorm solutions for a variety of concerns/issues/situations with families Organize and keep accurate records regarding the family in People Serving People's CRM database Follow Mandated Reporting guidelines and MN Data Privacy Laws Assist with onsite services and events such as:
groups, family activities Attend meetings, and trainings Pay and Benefit Pay:
$24.
04/hr, plus $2,000 hiring bonus Schedule:
Monday through Friday business hours, with occasional weekend or evening hours Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available Company-paid life and disability insurance 401(k) 27 days of PTO per year Reduced cost parking or metro pass Reduced childcare rates Free lunch every day The chance to make a real difference in the community 4-year degree in social work, psychology, sociology, human services or closely related field.
Relevant experience will also be considered.
2 or more years experience serving a multi-cultural, socially diverse population 2 or more years experience working with people experiencing homelessness and/or with adults/children with mental illness.
A valid, Class D driver's license is required.
Candidates with lived experience of homelessness, that are BIPOC, or another marginalized identity are encouraged to apply.
PI226585041 Recommended Skills Creative Problem Solving Databases Diversity Awareness Interpersonal Skills People Services Psychology Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
People Serving People is the largest and most comprehensive emergency shelter for families experiencing homelessness in Minnesota and a dedicated leader in homeless prevention.
If you want to help transform communities and see families thrive, then People Serving People is the place for you.
What do we need?We are looking for a service-oriented individual for our Full-Time Shelter Advocate role.
The Shelter Advocate provides opportunities for stability to families through support, education, and resource referrals.
Using Trauma-Informed Care principles, the Associate is responsible for serving a caseload of families by building rapport and trust with them while assessing and providing resources for their individual needs.
This is an in-office role without the ability to work remotely.
Responsibilities Meet with families during and after their stay to offer support, resources, referrals, and employment services Communicate on behalf of families to coordinate streamlined services for families with other providers Address concerns from other People Serving People staff and community agencies directly to the family involved and work with the family to create solutions.
Recognize needs for mental/chemical health services and coordinate with Mental and Chemical Health staff onsite Use creative problem-solving skills to brainstorm solutions for a variety of concerns/issues/situations with families Organize and keep accurate records regarding the family in People Serving People's CRM database Follow Mandated Reporting guidelines and MN Data Privacy Laws Assist with onsite services and events such as:
groups, family activities Attend meetings, and trainings Pay and Benefit Pay:
$24.
04/hr, plus $2,000 hiring bonus Schedule:
Monday through Friday business hours, with occasional weekend or evening hours Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available Company-paid life and disability insurance 401(k) 27 days of PTO per year Reduced cost parking or metro pass Reduced childcare rates Free lunch every day The chance to make a real difference in the community 4-year degree in social work, psychology, sociology, human services or closely related field.
Relevant experience will also be considered.
2 or more years experience serving a multi-cultural, socially diverse population 2 or more years experience working with people experiencing homelessness and/or with adults/children with mental illness.
A valid, Class D driver's license is required.
Candidates with lived experience of homelessness, that are BIPOC, or another marginalized identity are encouraged to apply.
PI226585041 Recommended Skills Creative Problem Solving Databases Diversity Awareness Interpersonal Skills People Services Psychology Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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