Resident Advocate (Part Time Position)

Job Description

• Handles 24 hour crisis line on shift

• Facilitate services for residents

• Orients new residents to center procedures and rules.

• Document all services and activities in resident files daily

• Read and follow The Avenueand program policy manuals

• Successfully complete all training requirements

• Interact with residents on a daily basis a minimum of 3 hours per shift

• Assist with meal preparation, child care, chores as needed

• Complete safety checks of the shelter during shift

• Maintain shelter cleanliness

• Notify on-call worker in cases of emergency

• Restock supplies as needed

• Must be able to maintain professional boundaries.

• Will obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid Certification.

• Will attend New Service Provider Training.

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Good verbal and written communication skills

• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word.

• Good organizational skills.

• Ability to communicate with people from diverse cultures.

• Knowledge of services available within the community.

• Remain current on issues re: DV and Sexual Assault.

• Ability to respond supportively to persons in crisis/clients.

• Ability to enter progress notes and statistics via computer.

• High School Diploma or GED

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

1.Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Screens.

2.Negative TB Test results upon hire.

3.A valid state driver’s license or state issued ID

4.Must have reliable transportation

5.Current Automobile Liability Insurance

6.Undergo a Central Registry background check for absence of child/elder abuse registration

7.Undergo a LIEN check with no recent felony convictions and no abuse/neglect convictions.

Hourly wage is $11.00 plus premium pay during the pandemic.