Advocate - Mission Lodge

Position: Advocate

Location: Plymouth, MN

Organization: Missions Inc. Programs

Hours: Full-time Non-Exempt; 40 hours per week

Reports to:Mission Lodge Program Director

MISSION STATEMENT

Missions Inc. Programs provides a collaborative community and safe space where people are empowered to heal and transform their lives.

Our vision is a world where every person realizes their worth and lives with dignity free from addiction and violence.

Our values are to:

• Affirm human worth
• Foster self-determination
• Value diversity
• Seek social justice

POSITION SUMMARY

The Advocate is responsible for completing admissions, helping residents resolve issues with service providers and assisting residents in setting goals from admission to discharge.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct admission interviews and provide orientation for all new residents including room/bed assignments and distribution of linens and personal items.
• Complete needs assessment and goal-setting with all residents.
• Assist residents in developing and achieving their goals, including accessing educational opportunities (i.e., GED and adult literacy classes).
• Develop and maintain current referral resources in response to resident needs.
• Advocate on behalf of residents with social service, mental health and criminal justice systems.
• Facilitate weekly support groups for residents.
• Provide transportation for residents as needed.
• Maintain ethical boundaries and professional conduct in all interactions with residents.
• Maintain confidentiality of residents in accordance with confidentiality laws.
• Have complete knowledge of emergency procedures and forms that accompany these procedures.
• Attend all-staff meetings, in-service trainings, and emergency procedure quarterly reviews with the safety officer.
• Be sensitive to the diverse backgrounds of residents and act in ways that demonstrate fairness and equality
• Uphold the policies and procedures of the program and Missions Inc.
• Other tasks as requested by the Director of the program director.

QUALIFICATIONS

• An understanding of and sensitivity to the unique problems encountered by people experiencing problematic substance use and homelessness.
• Informal counseling skills and ability to engage and instruct residents in positive behaviors.
• Organizational and communication skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate basic computer competencies.
• Must possess a valid drivers’ license.
• Ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 35 pounds.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, and climb (ascend and descend) flights of stairs.
• Other lifting or physical requirements as needed or as required to perform the essential functions of the position.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

SalaryRange: $18.00 -$20.00/hour depending on experience and qualifications

Benefits: Individual health and dental coverage, HSA account, 403(b) retirement plan, life insurance, short and long-term disability, PTO, and paid holidays

To be considered, please visit our website and fill out an application at: https://www.missionsinc.org/advocate-mission-lodge/

Missions Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.