Trauma‑Informed Shelter Advocate (Evening/Overnight)

Upper Valley Haven; Hartford (VT); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Life Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Upper Valley Haven seeks Leahy Shelter Staff to join our White River Junction shelter team. You will work on the Leahy Shelter shifts, helping guests, facilitating daily operations, and maintaining a safe, welcoming environment for those experiencing homelessness.

The role requires reliability, empathy, and teamwork, with responsibilities including intake paperwork, meal service, and ongoing support throughout the shift.

Qualifications

• Reliability and punctuality are essential to run a shelter smoothly.
• Integrity, honesty, and accountability in interactions with guests and partners.

Responsibilities

• Assist guests with a variety of needs and facilitate operations.
• Conduct intake paperwork and help serve meals.
• Keep the environment safe, clean, and welcoming for residents.

Skills

Reliability

Integrity

Communication

De-escalation

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in human services

Job description

Upper Valley Haven seeks Leahy Shelter Staff to join our White River Junction shelter team. You will work on the Leahy Shelter shifts, helping guests, facilitating daily operations, and maintaining a safe, welcoming environment for those experiencing homelessness.

The role requires reliability, empathy, and teamwork, with responsibilities including intake paperwork, meal service, and ongoing support throughout the shift.