ADVOCATE - $3,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Family Service League Inc. • Brentwood, NY

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About The Position

Family Service League is seeking a full-time Advocate for a homeless shelter in Bayshore, 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.

Requirements

• 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.

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.

Benefits

• $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!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED