Job Description

Residential Advocate, Relief

Job Location - Springfield, MA
Position Type - Full Time
Salary Range - $16.50 Hourly

Department:  Housing Support Services     Work Arrangement:  Onsite

At Way Finders, we are passionately invested in lifting up the region?s people, places, and systems. Though our team performs a wide variety of functions, we are united by our shared mission: to build and advocate for a thriving and equitable region; to improve the stability and economic mobility of families and individuals; and to develop and manage a robust range of safe, affordable housing options.

Interested in joining our team of dedicated professionals? Way Finders is currently seeking a relief/per diem Residential Advocate. The Residential Advocate is a great role for anyone who has worked in human or social services and finds meaning in assisting and advocating for others in a shelter setting.

Wage is $16.50 per hour. Interested applicants must submit a resume; applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  CORI/SORI.

The candidate will work fully onsite on an on-call and fill-in basis for potential 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift work.  Ability to work at least one shift per month is required to maintain employment.  (Shifts worked between 12:00 midnight - 8:00 am earn a $1.00/hour differential.)

Requirements include:
1 year of equivalent experience in human services frontline work, or a related role; a combination of experience plus a high school diploma (or equivalent) may be a substitute

*    Preference for experience working with the homeless population
*    Fundamental computer and Microsoft Office skills, with the ability to learn new technologies  
*    Excellent interpersonal skills, including empathy and patience, with the ability to serve diverse populations
*    Responsive crisis-management ability in a sometimes high-stress environment while employing solid decision-making skills
*    Ability to self-motivate and remain professional when working independently
*    Ability to navigate multiple flights of stairs in a home environment
*    Relief/Per Diem employees must be available to work a minimum of one shift per month, attend staff meetings, and meet all training requirements
*    Bilingual (English/Spanish) skill are preferred, but not required
*    CORI/SORI

Way Finders is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks a diverse staff in order to reflect our community and those we serve. Qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is available to all without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, political affiliation or veteran status. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals.

How To Apply

Apply online at - https://www.wayfinders.org/careers. Interested applicants must submit a resume; applications will be accepted until the position is filled.