Residential Advocate

Community Resource Center • Encinitas, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Advocate is responsible for assisting hotline callers and supporting residents living in the emergency shelter and transitional housing apartments. Scheduled shifts are overnight and weekends.

Requirements

• Must complete California 40-hour Domestic Violence Advocate Training
• Ability to work a flexible schedule is a must
• Candidates selected for hire are required to undergo a LiveScan background screening and TB screening.
• All employees must have the legal right to work in the United States without support; sponsorship is not available, nor is relocation assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work or related field is preferred
• One-year human service experience is preferred
• Additional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

• Answer all hotline calls, provide crisis intervention, establish immediate needs and provide resources.
• Provide emergency assistance to residents (food, diapers and hygiene products), as needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean campus environment in coordination with residents.
• Provide basic information and referral to clients, as requested.
• Document client contacts during each shift.
• Adhere to ethical practice standards and comply with center policies.
• Participate in scheduled staff meetings and work holidays, weekends and/or overnight, as scheduled.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level