ADVOCATE - $3,000 Sign On Bonus

Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency who provides comprehensive services to individuals, children, and families to improve the quality of their lives at home, in the workplace, and in the community. With more than 60 social service and mental health programs in over 20 locations, Family Service League is committed to serving Long Islands most vulnerable citizens.

SCHEDULE

Monday - Friday 4pm-12pm

SUMMARY:

Family Service League is seeking a full-time Advocate for a homeless shelter in Smithtown, NY. The Advocate will be responsible for conducting client intakes, curfew checks, safety checks, and provide transportation. The Advocate will perform crisis intervention, ensure compliance with shelter rules, and monitor safety throughout the shelter.

• $3,000 Sign-On Bonus!
• We offer a competitive compensation, and generous benefits package including the following:
• $3,000 Sign-On Bonus!
• Health and Dental InsuranceVision InsuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% employer contribution Life and AD&D InsuranceGenerous PTO (paid time off)Up to 11 paid HolidaysPaid Sick LeaveStudent Tuition Remission ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term DisabilityEmployee Discounts and more!

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Advocate will complete new client intakes. Explain shelter rules and regulations to clients.

Conduct curfew checks, which includes walking outdoors to each unit. Conduct Safety Checks.

Monitor the safety of the property. The Advocate will address any issues of safety in unit, remove any dangerous items.

Assist with pantry distribution.

Assist with distribution of donations.

Turn over rooms for new clients.

Provide transportation.

Provide crisis intervention.

The Advocate will oversee compliance of rules, regulations, and policies of shelter.

Set and observe appropriate boundaries with clients; observe client confidentiality and HIPPA protocols.

Advocate for client needs.

Attend staff meetings, individual supervision, and trainings as required.

Collaborate with Security to discuss and resolve client incidents.

Responsible for reading and understanding the Policy and Procedure Manual.

Read and respond to daily emails.

This position is essential to the safe and continuous operation of the program. Essential employees are expected to report to work during inclement weather and other relevant emergency situations to ensure uninterrupted care and support for clients.

All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent required. Prior experience in Human Services or related field preferred.

Knowledge of homeless population and DSS policies and regulations.

Excellent organizational and time-management skills required.

Strong interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills required.

Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office required.

Valid and clean NYS Driver's License required.

Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires sitting and standing for extended periods, as well as moderate lifting up to 1015 pounds. The employee must also be able to go up and down stairs