ADVOCATE - $3,000 Sign-On Bonus! Job at Family Service League Inc., Huntington, NY

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  • Family Service League Inc.
  • Huntington, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency transforming lives and communities through mental health, addiction, housing, and essential human services with more than 60 social service programs in over 20 locations.

SCHEDULE 

Wednesday - Friday, 9:00PM – 9:00AM 

 

SUMMARY

Family Service League is seeking a full-time  Overnight Advocate for our homeless shelter in Huntington. The Overnight Advocate will be responsible for conducting client assessments and ultimately assisting clients in achieving self- sufficiency through advocacy, counseling, and resource referrals.

 

**$3,000 Sign-On Bonus!**

We offer a generous benefits package including the following:

  • **$3,000 Sign-On Bonus!**
  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Night Differential Pay
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% employer contribution
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Generous PTO (paid time off)
  • Up to 11 paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Student Tuition Remission Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Discounts and more!

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • The Overnight Advocate will use good judgement and remain calm in high stress situations.
  • Handle special projects.
  • Conduct intakes for new clients.
  • Provide ongoing support and counseling for clients in reaching their goals.
  • Establish and maintain positive working relationships.
  • Work cooperatively, help set goals, resolve problems, and enhance the program.
  • Provide conflict resolution strategies.
  • Conduct regular perimeter checks for safety.
  • The Overnight Advocate will issue violations for breaking rules.
  • Open locker and sheds for clients to access their belongings.
  • Oversee and document clients while they self-administer medication.
  • Serve meals.
  • The Overnight Advocate will supervise bedtime, distribute bed rolls, linens placed in appropriate bin for laundry service.
  • Routine bed and bathroom check and document log for safety.
  • Access donation closet for clothing as needed.
  • Oversee shower times and distribute toiletries as needed.
  • Report and document all incidents with detail and accuracy.
  • Transport clients as needed. 
  • All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree preferred.

Minimum of 1 year of experience in human services preferred.

Prior experience working with the homeless population preferred.

Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills required.

The ability to work as part of a team required.

Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office required.

Valid and clean New York State Driver’s License required.

Flexibility to work at different sites is preferred.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

This position requires sitting and standing for extended periods of time, as well as moderate lifting up to 10-15 pounds. Must be able to go up and down stairs.

Compensation details: 33670 Yearly Salary

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Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Night shift,

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