What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housing Support Advocate position at PATH Ministries?
St. Mary’s PATH (Programs Assisting the Homeless) is seeking compassionate, dependable advocacy workers to assist individuals and families experiencing homelessness or an immediate housing crisis.
Advocacy Workers provide short-term, person-centered support by helping participants identify their immediate needs, understand available options, connect with community resources, and communicate with service providers.
Compensation:
This is an independent-contractor position paying a flat rate of $250 per assigned client, covering up to 10 hours of authorized advocacy work per client.
Primary responsibilities include:
A) Assessing participants’ immediate needs and priorities
B) Developing short-term, participant-led action plans
C) Connecting participants with housing, shelter, benefits, food, healthcare, transportation,
and other community resources
D) Making referrals and coordinating warm handoffs
E) Advocating with service providers, with participant permission
F) Completing timely and confidential documentation
G) Providing progress updates to PATH leadership
H) Following PATH’s confidentiality, safety, and professional-boundary requirements
Preferred qualifications:
● Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, psychology, public administration,
ministry, or a related field; relevant experience may be considered
● Experience serving people affected by homelessness, poverty, trauma, behavioral-health
challenges, or other complex needs
● Strong advocacy, communication, resource-navigation, and documentation skills
● Knowledge of Ocean County and New Jersey social-service resources is preferred
● Ability to work independently while following PATH policies and supervision
requirements
Selected contractors must successfully complete required background checks, orientation, and training.
To apply, please send a résumé and a brief statement describing your relevant experience to Hello@stmaryspath.org
St. Mary’s PATH is a faith-based non-profit organization committed to treating every person with dignity, compassion, and respect.
Pay: Up to $2,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $2,500