Shelter Advocate: Guide Residents to Stable Housing

Stepping Stone Emergency Housing; Stillwater (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Health insurance

Dental insurance

HSA match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Transportation reimbursement

Job summary

Stepping Stone Emergency Housing in Stillwater provides emergency shelter and critical support to adults experiencing homelessness as they strive toward self-sufficiency. We are a one-of-a-kind organization whose staff walk alongside our residents to break their cycle of homelessness.

We have three programs: Shelter, LTH Program, and Hotel. Stepping Stone is the only organization of its kind in the counties of Anoka, Washington, Dakota, Scott, and Carver, and we offer a shelter environment where

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or at least 2 years of related field preferred.
• Must pass background study per MN Department of Human Services guidelines.
• Experience with individuals experiencing homelessness or mental health/chemical health issues preferred.
• Ability to work in a team and independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds or more.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage residents in training, self-care, chores, and shelter upkeep.
• Perform and complete all required documentation.
• Provide front office support including phones, copies, sign ups, donations.
• Ensure adherence to policies, procedures and code of ethics.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings; participate in shift handoffs.
• Maintain confidentiality as per handbook guidelines.

Skills

Teamwork

Written communication

Verbal communication

Ability to lift 25 pounds

Microsoft Office Suite

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services

2+ years experience in related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Stepping Stone Emergency Housing in Stillwater provides emergency shelter and critical support to adults experiencing homelessness as they strive toward self-sufficiency. We are a one-of-a-kind organization whose staff walk alongside our residents to break their cycle of homelessness.

We have three programs: Shelter, LTH Program, and Hotel. Stepping Stone is the only organization of its kind in the counties of Anoka, Washington, Dakota, Scott, and Carver, and we offer a shelter environment where