Residential Advocate - Sat-Mon 6:45pm-7:15am

Transition Projects; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Transition Projects, Inc. in Portland, OR is seeking a Residential Advocate to support participants in Banfield Shelter. The role emphasizes advocacy, information, referrals, crisis intervention, and safety within the facility, while maintaining cleanliness and records.

You will maintain logs and participate in meetings, with required first aid/CPR and safety training within the first 30 days. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years of consistent work experience in any field.
• Understanding of homelessness, chemical dependency, domestic violence and sexual assault.
• Ability to work independently and assess situations.
• Knowledge of services available to low-income and homeless persons in Multnomah County.
• Crisis intervention skills and following procedures in crisis situations.
• Written and verbal communication skills; good computer skills; ability to use a web-based data collection program.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide advocacy, information, and referral services to participants staying in emergency shelters.
• Supervise shelter activities to ensure the safety of participants.
• Maintain logs, shift reports, and participant records, both manually and electronically.
• Coordinate with agency staff; attend agency and program staff meetings.
• Assure cleanliness, sanitation, and upkeep of the facility; perform minor maintenance as needed.
• Facilitate problem solving and provide crisis intervention services.
• Perform urinalysis and breathalyzer testing when requested.
• May rotate through assigned Post Positions and work at temporarily reassigned locations if needed.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Independent work

Effective communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Community resources

Data collection

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTIONPosition: Residential AdvocateSupervisor: Banfield Shelter ManagerLocation: Banfield Shelter Motel (1525 NE 37th Ave, Portland, OR 97232)Schedule: Saturday, Sunday, Monday 6:45pm-7:15amWage: $25.00 hourly + $1.00 hourly grave shift differentialEligible for 5% Language Differential, if applicableClassification: Non-Exempt, Union Represented, Full-Time, Benefit EligibleGENERAL RESPONSIBILITIESProvide advocacy, information, and referral services to participants staying in emergency shelters. Oversee shelter facility in a manner that is consistent with Transition Projects mission, values, policies, and procedures. Actively participate in shelter processes and work as part of a team to provide services to participants.SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIESSupervise shelter activities to ensure the safety of participants.Maintain working knowledge of agency programs, services, and community resources.Provide advocacy, information, and referral services to participants.Assure cleanliness, sanitation, and upkeep of facility, performing minor maintenance and cleanup duties as necessary or requested.Facilitate problem solving and provide crisis intervention services.Responsible for knowing and following policies and procedures, including program, agency and building specific policies.Responsible for knowing and following procedures in emergencies and critical incidents.Responsible for maintaining accurate logs, shift reports, and participant records, both manually and using web-based program.Maintain confidentiality of participants, staff, and agency.Coordinate with agency staff to ensure consistent delivery of services.Attend agency and program staff meetings.Supervise participant chore assignments.Perform urinalysis and breathalyzer testing on participants when requested.Rotate through assigned Post Positions if applicable.May be required to work at a temporarily reassigned location during a shift to provide coverage based on staffing needs. Transportation will be provided or reimbursed, as necessary.Other duties as assigned.PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTSEach Transition Projects employee must:Acquire First Aid/CPR/AED certification within 30 days of hire and be retested biannually thereafter throughout employment.Complete Bloodborne Pathogens and Narcan Training within 30 days of hire and be retested annually thereafter throughout employment.Demonstrate reliability by being present for work as scheduled, arriving and leaving on time and taking breaks in expected time frames.Interact effectively with individuals of different backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives, treating each person with respect and dignity.Attend agency and program staff meetings.PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee, with or without accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Hearing and vision adequate for interaction with participants, interaction with staff and interaction with the general public.Hearing adequate for telephone work. Vision adequate for close work.Hand and finger dexterity adequate to operate standard office equipment.Ability to walk, bend, stand, sit, reach, stoop, pull, squat, kneel, climb stairs and laddersSitting at a desk completing paperwork and working on a computer for lengthy periods.Ability to perform CPR and other emergency life-saving care with the assistance of teammates until emergency responders arrive.Ability to lift 50 pounds.WORKING CONDITIONS / SAFETY CONSIDERATIONSWork environments may include exposure to animals/pets across various program sites.This position may have exposure to bloodborne pathogens or other infectious materials during the course of duties. Bloodborne pathogens training, safety protocols, and appropriate protective equipment are provided. The Hepatitis B vaccination is offered at no cost.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSThe right individual for this position has a passion for helping others and a desire to work in an organization that serves people who are experiencing poverty and homelessness.2 years of consistent work experience (in any field), equivalent educational qualifications may be considered in place of work experience.Demonstrated understanding of the issues surrounding homelessness, chemical dependency, domestic violence and sexual assault.Demonstrated ability to work independently. Ability to appropriately assess a situation and take corrective action as necessary.Knowledge of services available to low-income and homeless persons in Multnomah County through Transition Projects and other agencies or the demonstrated ability to obtain such knowledge.Demonstrated ability to provide crisis intervention and to follow procedure in crisis situations.Written and verbal communication skills. Good computer skills. Ability to use web-based data collection program.Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.Transition Projects, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, source of income, union participation or activities, or any other status legally protected by applicable local, state or federal law.DisclaimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.