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Base pay range $33,670.00/yr - $33,670.00/yr
Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency transforming lives and communities through mental health, addiction, housing, and essential human services with more than 60 social service programs in over 20 locations.
SCHEDULE
Monday – Friday, 12:00AM – 8:00AM
Summary
Family Service League is seeking a full-time Advocate for a homeless shelter in Brentwood, NY. The Advocate will be responsible for conducting client assessments and assisting clients in achieving self- sufficiency through advocacy, counseling, and resource referrals. The Advocate will perform client intakes, unit and perimeter checks and overall support for clients.
$3,000 Sign-On Bonus!**
We Offer a Generous Benefits Package Including The Following
**$3,000 Sign-On Bonus!**
Health and Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Night Differential Pay
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% employer contribution
Life and AD&D Insurance
Generous PTO (paid time off)
Up to 11 paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Student Tuition Remission Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Employee Discounts and more!
Responsibilities
The Advocate will perform intakes for new clients upon arrival at shelter.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients.
Assist clients to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions.
Provide ongoing support and counseling for clients in reaching their goals.
Negotiate conflict resolution and crisis intervention between clients.
The Advocate will conduct regular unit/perimeter checks for safety.
Issue violations for breaking of rules.
Accurately report and document in detail all incidents that occur onsite.
The Advocate will transport clients in the Agency vehicle.
Complete all necessary trainings as required.
Obtain coverage when unable to work scheduled shift.
Arrive timely for all scheduled shifts, including during inclement weather.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s Degree in a human services or related field preferred.
Prior Experience Working With The Homeless Population Is Preferred.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, is required.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work as part of a team are required.
Ability to multi-task, be flexible and prioritize are required.
Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License required.
Flexibility to work at different sites is preferred.
Ability to work Monday through Friday 12:00AM – 8:00AM required.
Physical Requirements
Sitting and standing for extended periods of time, as well as moderate lifting. Must be able to go up and down stairs.
Seniority level Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Legal
Industries Individual and Family Services
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