What are the responsibilities and job description for the Journey Home Advocate - Family Services position at Presbyterian Night Shelter?
Journey Home Advocate - Family Services
Presbyterian Night Shelter is known for serving the homeless in greatest need: those who have no other places to go. Those who present the greatest challenge to our community are welcome here. As the largest homeless shelter in Tarrant County, we serve approximately 1,000 men, women and children each night.
Presbyterian Night Shelter staff members strive with mutual respect and compassion to serve with integrity, taking responsibility for our actions to foster hope in the journey from homeless to home.
Job Summary
Responsible for maintaining front desk including answering and appropriately routing all guests into the building including phone screenings for potential new guests. The Journey Home Advocate will also verify and greet all guests, volunteers, and visitors as they approach the front gate and as they enter the building.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.
Must have an understanding of ethical practices.
Must be able to lift 25 lbs. with ease.
Previous experience with reception or front desk work strongly preferred.
Rate of Pay
$12.00 per hour
Positions
There are open positions in different programs.
Karl Travis Center (Men’s Shelter) - email resume to bmcilroy@journeyhome.org
True Worth Place (Day Center) – email resume to bbryan@journeyhome.org
Lowdon-Schutts Women’s Center (Women’s Shelter) – email resume to mparker@journeyhome.org
Family Services - email resume to jlewis@journeyhome.org
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $12.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12