Resident Advocate, Avivo Village Central Minnesota - 1st Shift
About The Position
Help Launch Avivo Village Central Minnesota Be Part of the Founding Team Opening in Fall 2026, Avivo Village Central Minnesota is bringing Avivo's innovative approach to ending homelessness to St. Cloud. As a Resident Advocate, you'll help launch a brand-new program and serve on the front lines of supporting individuals as they work toward housing stability, improved wellness, and long-term success. You'll build meaningful relationships with residents, help create a safe and welcoming environment, and play a key role in the daily operations of the Village. Founding Team Opportunity: Help shape the culture, resident experience, and day-to-day operations of Avivo Village Central Minnesota from day one. Avivo Village Central Minnesota is currently hiring multiple Resident Advocates for evening shifts as we build our founding team. Available 1st Shift Schedules: Friday-Monday, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM Friday - Wednesday, 6:30 PM - 3:00 PM Applicants must be able to work one of the schedules. Specific schedule assignments will be discussed during the hiring process. Why Candidates Love Avivo: Full-time pay and benefits with a 32-hour work week.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Two years of experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or other populations facing complex barriers
- Lived experience may be considered as part of the experience requirement
- Experience working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
- Commitment to providing culturally responsive and person-centered services
- Strong communication, relationship-building, and conflict-resolution skills
- Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during crisis situations
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences
- Strong teamwork, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- CPR certification or willingness to obtain certification upon hire
- Commitment to Housing First, Wellness & Safety, and Trauma-Informed Care principles
Responsibilities
- Build positive, supportive relationships with residents and provide person-centered services
- Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment for residents and guests
- Respond to resident concerns, emergencies, and crisis situations using de-escalation and problem-solving skills
- Conduct wellness and safety checks throughout the facility and support resident well-being
- Support residents with basic needs, resources, meals, and daily living supports
- Facilitate positive interactions, activities, and community-building opportunities for residents
- Maintain accurate documentation and records in required systems
- Assist with resident move-ins, move-outs, room preparation, and maintaining a clean and safe environment
- Collaborate with Case Managers, Team Leads, and community partners to support resident success
- Support Housing First, Wellness & Safety, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Informed Care practices throughout the program
Benefits
- Full-time pay and benefits with a 32-hour work week
- Medical Health plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Nice Healthcare: offers chat, video visits and in-home primary care visits
- Dental plan
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Basic Life/AD&D & Voluntary Life/AD&D
- Long term disability
- Option to purchase critical illness, accident insurance and short-term disability
- 401(k) Plan
- 10 Paid holidays & generous PTO
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
