RISE Housing and Support Services has an opportunity for an experienced, empathetic, and organized individual to join our team at our new low barrier shelter. A successful candidate will be able to work effectively as part of a small team supporting shelter participants as they navigate local resources.
RISE offers a Shelter Advocate:
- A rate up to $19.50 per hour
- $1500 bonus after 6 months of employment
- A generous time off package: In your 1st year, earn up to 2 weeks of vacation time, 3 weeks of combined sick and personal time, enjoy up to 11 holidays, and a day off for your birthday
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and many other benefits
- An opportunity to use your experience to better the lives of community members as part of a growing organization that likes to promote from within
- A highly independent role on a supportive team
- A family-friendly atmosphere with wellness time, paid lunch hours, and recognition for your hard work and achievements
Overview of Job Responsibilities:
- Assessing program participants’ needs and connecting them to appropriate community resources
- Maintaining current and accurate documentation on participant progress
- Modeling positive and appropriate behaviors
- Overseeing shelter mealtimes, chores, and groups
- Providing assistance to shelter support staff and volunteers
- Fully qualified applicants may also provide additional care management services for a caseload of up to six individuals
To qualify you must have:
- An Associate Degree in a human services field
- One year of experience providing direct support to individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use diagnoses
- Other combinations of experience and education will be considered
- An ability to operate independently, think on your feet, and follow your training
- A willingness to meet people where they are at in the community
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong interpersonal boundaries
- Our shared belief system in areas such as dedication, compassion, respect, positivity, and inclusion
To start making a difference in the community as part of our growing non-profit, submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.
RISE Housing and Support Services, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer.