Position: Advocate

Location: Plymouth, MN

Organization: Missions Inc. Programs

Hours: Full-time Non-Exempt; 40 hours per week

Reports to: Mission Lodge Program Director

MISSION STATEMENT

Missions Inc. Programs provides a collaborative community and safe space where people are empowered to heal and transform their lives.

Our vision is a world where every person realizes their worth and lives with dignity free from addiction and violence.

Our values are to:

· Affirm human worth

· Foster self-determination

· Value diversity

· Seek social justice

POSITION SUMMARY

The Advocate is responsible for completing admissions, helping residents resolve issues with service providers and assisting residents in setting goals from admission to discharge.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct admission interviews and provide orientation for all new residents including room/bed assignments and distribution of linens and personal items.
• Complete needs assessment and goal-setting with all residents.
• Assist residents in developing and achieving their goals, including accessing educational opportunities (i.e., GED and adult literacy classes).
• Develop and maintain current referral resources in response to resident needs.
• Advocate on behalf of residents with social service, mental health and criminal justice systems.
• Facilitate weekly support groups for residents.
• Provide transportation for residents as needed.
• Maintain ethical boundaries and professional conduct in all interactions with residents.
• Maintain confidentiality of residents in accordance with confidentiality laws.
• Have complete knowledge of emergency procedures and forms that accompany these procedures.
• Attend all-staff meetings, in-service trainings, and emergency procedure quarterly reviews with the safety officer.
• Be sensitive to the diverse backgrounds of residents and act in ways that demonstrate fairness and equality.
• Uphold the policies and procedures of the program and Missions Inc.
• Other tasks as requested by the Director of the program director.

QUALIFICATIONS

• An understanding of and sensitivity to the unique problems encountered by people experiencing problematic substance use and homelessness.
• Informal counseling skills and ability to engage and instruct residents in positive behaviors.
• Organizational and communication skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate basic computer competencies.
• Must possess a valid drivers’ license.
• Ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

We invite you to visit our website at www.missionsinc.org/employment to learn more about us. To be considered for this position, please fill out an application here: https://www.missionsinc.org/advocate-mission-lodge/

Missions Inc. Programs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

• Minneapolis, MN 55441 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Minneapolis, MN 55441: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person