ADVOCATE

FAMILY SERVICE LEAGUE • Town of Huntington, NY

7d • $0 - $33,670

About The Position

Family Service League is seeking a full-time Overnight Advocate for its homeless shelter in Huntington. The role involves conducting client assessments and helping clients work toward self-sufficiency through advocacy, counseling, and referrals to resources. This position is essential to the safe and continuous operation of the program; employees are expected to report during inclement weather and other relevant emergencies to ensure uninterrupted client care and support.

The schedule is Wednesday through Friday, 9:00 PM–9:00 AM. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to work as part of a team required.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office, required.
• Valid and clean New York State Driver’s License required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in human services preferred.
• Prior experience working with the homeless population preferred.
• Flexibility to work at different sites preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use good judgment and remain calm in high-stress situations.
• Handle special projects.
• Conduct intakes for new clients.
• Provide ongoing support and counseling to help clients reach their goals.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Work cooperatively, help set goals, resolve problems, and enhance the program.
• Provide conflict-resolution strategies.
• Conduct regular perimeter checks for safety.
• Issue violations for breaking rules.
• Open lockers and sheds so clients can access their belongings.
• Oversee and document clients while they self-administer medication.
• Serve meals.
• Supervise bedtime, distribute bed rolls, and place linens in the appropriate bin for laundry service.
• Conduct routine bed and bathroom checks and document the safety log.
• Access the donation closet for clothing as needed.
• Oversee shower times and distribute toiletries as needed.
• Report and document all incidents in detail and accurately.
• Transport clients as needed.
• Report to work during inclement weather and other relevant emergency situations to ensure uninterrupted care and support for clients.
• Perform 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 paid time off (PTO)
• 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

What This Job Offers

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