What are the responsibilities and job description for the ADVOCATE - $3,000 Sign-On Bonus! position at Family Service League Inc.?
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 Island’s most vulnerable citizens.
SCHEDULE
Monday – Friday, 9:00AM – 5:00PM
SUMMARY
Family Service League is seeking a full-time Advocate for a homeless shelter in Bay Shore. The Advocate will be responsible for conducting client assessments, linking clients with community-based services, assisting clients in achieving self-sufficiency through advocacy, and offering resource referrals.
**$3,000 Sign-On Bonus!**
We offer a generous benefits package including the following:
- **$3,000 Sign-On Bonus!**
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% employer contribution
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Generous PTO (paid time off)
- Up to 11 paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- Student Tuition Remission Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Discounts and more!
RESPONSIBILITIES
- The Advocate will perform intakes for new clients upon arrival at the shelter.
- Provide ongoing support and counseling for clients in reaching their goals.
- Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally to achieve the goals of the organization.
- The Advocate will negotiate conflict resolution and crisis intervention between clients.
- Conduct regular perimeter checks for safety.
- Issue violations for the breaking of rules.
- The Advocate will provide conflict resolution strategies.
- Oversee and document clients while they self-administer medication.
- Serve Meals.
- Conduct routine bathroom checks.
- Report and document all incidents with detail and accuracy.
- Transport clients as needed.
- All other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree preferred.
1 year of experience in human services preferred.
Prior experience working with the homeless population preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills required.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office required.
Valid and clean NYS Driver's License required.
Flexibility to work at different sites is preferred.
"Family Service League is committed to the belief that all individuals deserve uncompromising respect. Through our recruitment efforts, we continually strive to attain and maintain a diverse and inclusive workforce that meets the needs of our clients and reflects the communities we serve. Family Service League strongly encourages candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for any positions for which they feel potentially qualified."
