Adult Shelter Connect Advocate
2 days ago
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Summary
Simpson Housing Services is seeking an Adult Shelter Connect Advocate to join their team in Minneapolis, MN. The role involves providing assessment and placement into single adult shelters in Hennepin County, focusing on excellent customer service for individuals experiencing homelessness.
About the Role
As an Adult Shelter Connect Advocate, you will be responsible for conducting initial assessments for shelter placement, collaborating with various programs to assist individuals in locating shelter, managing bed reservations, and maintaining accurate documentation. You will also represent the organization positively through public relations and networking, while committing to racial equity and social justice.
About You
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- A minimum of one year of experience in the field.
- Computer proficiency.
Preferred:
- Broad knowledge of shelter and other resources.
- Experience working with individuals who are homeless or have personally experienced homelessness.
- Experience working with adults with mental illness and chemical use issues.
- Fluency in written and spoken Spanish.
Benefits
- Remote work flexibility.
- Provided technology for remote work, including a laptop.
- Opportunity to work in a supportive team environment.
Simpson Housing Services
Our mission is to house, support, and empower people impacted by homelessness. Simpson Housing Services began as an emergency overnight shelter at Simpson United Methodist Church in 1982. For four decades, we have been a leading nonprofit helping people experiencing homelessness. In response to unmet community needs, our key programs have grown to include the following: an extended-stay shelter; supportive housing programs for youth, single adults, and families; and developmental and educational services for children. We annually support 2,000 people experiencing and transitioning out of homelessness, including 300 families with 650 children.
Minneapolis, MN