About the role
Description
City Care exists to do the work few others are willing to do. We believe in the intrinsic value of every person. It is with love and compassion we advocate for the overlooked in our community. We provide food for the hungry, relief for the hurting, and hold space for complete restoration of lives that have gotten off course. And with enough endurance, we witness, firsthand, remarkable stories of transformation. We believe in the power of unity. Poverty, homelessness, mental illness and addiction are community issues and deserve a community response of support for those working to create a better life for themselves and their loved ones.
We are better, together.
Still reading? Great! Now more about the position. City Care is searching for the right person with a knack for seeing great potential in others and working as part of a team with the shared goal of motivating change. This Advocate will understand the complexity of the intersection of poverty, homelessness, mental illness and substance use for our neighbors experiencing unsheltered homelessness.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Carry out the mission, vision and values of City Care
Well-versed in community resources, developing a network of collaborative partners
Encourage guests in receiving services that will result in housing stability
Participate in a team culture of professional hospitality, confidentiality, teamwork and safety among guests, interns, volunteers, staff and partners
Assist guests in daily check ins and check outs
Monitor storage areas and organize monthly clean-outs
Manage inventory and proper storage of program supplies
Requirements
Understanding of the complexity of the intersection of poverty, homelessness, mental illness, substance use and recovery
Cool under pressure
Computer literate, resulting in error-free data entry
Ability to multitask
Ability to work as a member of a team to accomplish shared goals
High School diploma or equivalent
Reliable transportation
Pre-employment background check, driving record and UA
Reliable transportation
Preferred
Professional experience navigating mental and physical health systems, benefits and resources
BHCM-I or II; PRSS Certification
Salary
$17 per hour