Housing Advocate

Catholic Charities is the social service arm of the Catholic Diocese of Winona-Rochester serving the twenty southernmost counties of Minnesota. For over 75 years, Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota has served the poor and marginalized regardless of age, gender, ethnic background, or faith tradition.

Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota is seeking a 2nd shift Housing Advocate in Rochester, MN .

Full Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated people to join our team. The ideal candidate will have exceptional organization skills and the ability to communicate in a clear and respectful manor. Able to ensure the buildings operate in accordance with established policies and procedures so that the residents experience safe and secure housing in a manner that affirms their human dignity.

The position adheres to Catholic Charities Mission Statement and lives out Catholic Charities values of respect, competence, empowerment, stewardship, joy and compassion with clients and co-workers and all those we serve.

Purpose of Position

The Creek is a unique collaboration between Olmsted County's Housing Stability Team and Catholic Charities of Southern MN. The assigned shifts, manage the Creek so that it operates in accordance with established policies and procedures so that guests experience safe and secure shelter in a manner that affirms their human dignity and that volunteers contribute meaningfully to guest outcomes in an environment that assures their safety and affirms their human dignity.

Work Schedule

• Housing Advocate Hours range between3:00pm-11:00am with every other weekend

Responsibilities

• Advocates for the mission of the organization and upholds the agency's values.
• Has a working knowledge of the terms: low barrier, person centered, trauma informed, & housing first.
• Review policy & guidelines with guests at time of entrance.
• Ensure guests are complying with program policies and procedures.
• Delivers services with safety, respect and effectiveness.
• Assess guest needs and offer assistance in every manner practical.
• Monitors guest behavior. Follows all policies and procedures of the organization.
• Provides direction, assistance, and support to night shift volunteers and other volunteers.
• Maintains order and assists in keeping all assigned areas clean and free of spills, trash and safety hazards.
• Perform hourly walk-throughs, document anything noteworthy.
• Receive and put away donations received during the shift.
• Maintain record of donations received.
• Assist volunteers who carry in and serve donated meals.
• Assist in cleaning the space and gathering laundry.
• Complete all agency logs and incident reports in a timely manner.
• Provide immediate and professional response to any security /safety emergency or disturbance within or immediately outside facility.
• Perform other duties as assigned..

Requirements

• Ability to help our guests feel welcomed and valued.
• Must have a good sense of personal and professional boundaries.
• Ability to de-escalate situations, multi-task, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Serve our guests in a non-judgmental manner that affirms their human dignity.
• Must be capable of empathetic and professional relationship building while advocating for diverse client needs and interests.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work well under pressure

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required
• People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to pass background check.
• Basic computer knowledge

Have skills and knowledge acquired through at least one of the following:

A. a course of study in a health or human services related field leading to a bachelor of

arts, bachelor of science, or associate's degree;

B. one year of experience with the target population served;

C. experience as a certified peer specialist according to Minnesota Statutes, section

256B.0615; or

D. meet the requirements for unlicensed personnel under Minnesota Statutes, sections

144A.43 to 144A.483.

EOE, including disability/vets; All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• Do you have skills and knowledge acquired through at least one of the following?

A. Course of study in a health or human services related field leading to a bachelor of

arts, bachelor of science, or associate's degree;

B. One year of experience with the target population served

C. Experience as a certified peer specialist according to Minnesota Statutes, section

256B.0615

D. Meet the requirements for unlicensed personnel under Minnesota Statutes, sections 144A.43 to 144A.483.

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Rochester, MN Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Rochester, MN 55904: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person