Resident Advocate

Beloved • Atlanta, GA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Advocate position is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt role within a faith-based, non-profit organization. The advocate will build supportive relationships with residents, encourage accountability, and assist them in navigating daily routines and program goals. This role involves supporting program activities, reinforcing program expectations, and maintaining a safe and structured residential environment. The advocate will also be responsible for documentation, attending staff meetings and trainings, and participating in the on-call rotation. Evening Resident Advocates have additional responsibilities related to maintaining safety, structure, and accountability during evening hours, including monitoring resident movement, conducting drug screens, and facilitating evening programming.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• One year or more of experience in residential care, social services, recovery programs, or similar support roles preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with individuals who have experienced trauma
• Administrative and organizational skills including use of email and Microsoft Office
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record
• Ability to lift objects up to 25 pounds
• Successful completion of criminal background check
• References demonstrating the applicant’s suitability for working with vulnerable populations

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or higher in behavioral health, social services, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Build supportive relationships with residents while maintaining healthy boundaries
• Encourage accountability and support residents in working toward personal and program goals
• Assist residents in navigating daily routines, schedules, and responsibilities within the home
• Respond to resident concerns or emotional needs in a respectful and trauma-informed manner
• Coordinate with Case Managers, the Residential Coordinator, and Program leadership regarding resident needs and program operations
• Support program activities including classes, meetings, and community events
• Assist with resident orientation and admission processes
• Reinforce program expectations outlined in the Resident Handbook
• Maintain a safe, structured residential environment
• Address behavioral concerns or conflicts using trauma-informed de-escalation practices
• Complete required documentation including incident reports, medication logs, drug screen documentation, and house check records
• Communicate important updates regarding resident wellbeing or program concerns to appropriate staff
• Attend BELOVED staff meetings, trainings, retreats, and supervision
• Assist in maintaining the organization and functionality of residential homes
• Participate in the staff on-call rotation when assigned
• Monitor resident movement in and out of the home, including tracking approved passes and curfew compliance
• Ensure adherence to house expectations including curfew, chore completion, and community participation
• Conduct routine room checks and house checks to maintain a safe and orderly living environment
• Conduct scheduled or random drug screens in accordance with program policy and document results appropriately
• Facilitate or support house meetings and evening programming
• Support residents in maintaining routines related to recovery meetings, chores, and house responsibilities
• Foster a respectful, supportive community environment within the home
• Serve as the primary point of contact for resident needs during evening hours
• Provide emotional support and encouragement while maintaining program boundaries
• Respond to emerging concerns or situations in coordination with leadership when necessary

What This Job Offers

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