Resident Advocate

Missions Inc. Programs; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 20,980 - 23,143; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Plymouth, MN is seeking a Resident Advocate to provide supportive services to individuals recovering from substance use disorders. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, monitoring medication, and assisting with resident activities. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to confidentiality, and cultural awareness. The position requires evening and weekend availability with a pay range of $15.23 to $16.80 hourly. This organization values diversity and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Experience with substance use disorder and recovery needs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Understanding and respect for cultural resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive services and a secure environment.
• Monitor medication and conduct resident checks.
• Assist in resident transportation and activities.

Skills

Ability to work with diverse backgrounds

Crisis intervention skills

De-escalation techniques

Computer proficiency

Job description

Smith Lodge is a 21‑bed transitional housing and support services program for men and women located in Plymouth, MN. The 21‑bed program provides single‑room and double occupancy rooms for adults (18+) of all genders in need of a healing‑centered community.

Position Responsibilities

• The Resident Advocate position will provide supportive services and a secure, safe environment to men and women who have chronic addiction to drugs or alcohol
• Maintain the confidentiality of all residents
• Monitor medication
• Lead or manage evening resident activities
• Assist in resident transportation
• Answer incoming calls
• Conduct random urinalysis drug/alcohol screenings
• Make a visual check of all residents and document residents’ status; complete room checks
• Provide crisis intervention
• Work with Program Manager to assist new residents; paperwork, distribute linen and personal items, provide information on available resources and options to assist residents in working on their goals and objectives
• Handle other tasks, as assigned by the Program Manager

Position Overview

Smith Lodge is a 21‑bed transitional housing and support services program for men and women located in Plymouth, MN. The 21‑bed program provides single‑room and double occupancy rooms for adults (18+) of all genders in need of a healing‑centered community.

Experience and Qualifications

• Ability to work well with people from diverse cultural, social, and economic backgrounds to promote fairness and equality and have an awareness of culturally specific resources
• Ability to maintain safety and provide appropriate and respectful services to people with substance use disorder in a substance‑free board and lodging setting;
• Understand substance use disorder and the needs of residents in recovery;
• Maintain confidentiality, ethical boundaries and professional conduct in all interactions with residents;
• Experience mediating problems using de‑escalation techniques;
• Computer proficiency required, including the ability to use e‑mail, navigate the internet, and complete basic data entry in a database system;
• CPR and medication administration certified are a plus, but training on both will be provided;

Other Requirements

• Other lifting or physical requirements as added from time to time, or as required to perform the essential functions of this position, including the ability to climb (ascend and descend) a flight of stairs;
• Ability to pass a criminal background check

Compensation

Pay range is $15.23 – $16.80, based on your prior experience. We offer .40 cents differential pay for overnight shifts and .50 for weekend shifts.

Benefits

This position is not benefits eligible.

Hours

Evening 4 pm–12 am, Weekend Overnight 12 – 8 am PT relief positions available.

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

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