Housing Advocate

Housing Advocate (Full-Time 37.5 hours/week, non-exempt), $25.00 - $31.00/per hour

At Safe Monroe, we are committed to providing a safe and caring environment that encourages healing and empowerment for anyone whose life has been impacted by domestic and sexual abuse. We strive to engage our community through awareness, advocacy, and prevention. We are seeking a committed and compassionate Housing Advocate to join our team and play a crucial role in securing safe and stable housing and providing support resources, and guidance to empower survivors in their journey toward independence.

The Housing Advocate works directly with clients who are in a state of housing instability as a result of their victimization. Safe Monroe housing program aims to empower program participants to achieve their self-defined goals that will support their ability to obtain and maintain safe and permanent housing. These include but are not limited to safety planning, an improved sense of self-worth, self-sufficiency, and permanent housing in a safe, stable environment. The Housing Advocate is required to meet regularly with the program participants to monitor, advocate, and intervene in the formalized plan. They must be able to work a flexible schedule and be flexible to the changing needs of the organization and clients. The Housing Advocate works collaboratively with all Safe Monroe’s staff and must be able to contribute and work well in group settings. This position is full-time with primarily daytime and early evening hours. They are responsible for database entries, Rapid Rehousing Database, quality control, and statistical reports as needed for funders and agency needs.

Bachelor’s degree required, master's preferred, in human services, with at least 2 years’ experience in direct service provision, program administration, data management, and analysis, relevant work experiences respected. Must complete 70-hour Counselor/advocate required training.

Please send a cover letter, three references and a resume electronically to hbeers@safemonroe.org by June 7, 2024

Federal, state, and child abuse clearances are required. Safe Monroe is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. No phone inquiries. EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person