ADVOCATE - $1,500 Sign-On Bonus!

Family Service League Inc. • Brentwood, NY

7h • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Family Service League is seeking a per-diem 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 complete client intakes, unit and perimeter checks and overall support for clients.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License required.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills required.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office required.
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, overnight, or weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Prior experience in Human Service preferred.
• Prior experience working in a homeless shelter preferred.
• Flexibility to work at different sites is preferred.

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.
• The Advocate will negotiate conflict resolution and crisis intervention between clients.
• Conduct regular unit/perimeter checks for safety.
• The Advocate will issue violations for breaking of rules.
• Accurately report and document in detail all incidents that occur onsite.
• 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

• $1,500 Sign-On Bonus!

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED