Shelter Care Ministries is seeking one part-time Housing Advocate for family housing program.
Duties include: Providing support and advocacy for families in Emergency, Transitional, and Permanent Supportive Housing programs, conducting intakes and assessments, regularly meeting with housing residents – either in office or at resident’s home, assuring record keeping is in compliance with government and grant funding requirements, maintaining confidential resident files, transporting residents to appointments, and assisting families in obtaining benefits, household items, or furnishings.
Experience and characteristics desired: Bachelors degree in social work, sociology, psychology, or related field plus three years’ experience, or bachelors degree in another field with five years’ experience. The right candidate will also be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and have Internet research skills. Experience working with families, veterans, and people experiencing homelessness is strongly desired. In addition, a belief that residents are capable of making positive choices and guiding their own lives is important. The right person will also be able to work independently.
Please e-mail your resume and cover letter outlining how your experience applies to the position. Deadline extended; please apply now to:
Sarah Parker-Scanlon
Director of Family Programs
Shelter Care Ministries
412 N. Church Street
Rockford, IL 61103
sparker@shelter-care.org