Position: Advocate/Resource Counselor-Full-time

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee and implement safety and structure of program including hotel/resident checks
• Provide support counseling and crisis intervention when appropriate
• Provide facilitation and constructive resolution of household disputes
• Manage hygiene, psychiatric, drug and alcohol, medical and medication issues for all residents as necessary
• Provide advocacy based on individual resident needs
• Meet weekly with residents, log appropriate notes in file & daily log
• Assist residents in all steps toward achieving housing goals
• Collect and log contributions in a timely manner
• Provide telephone information and referral
• Advocate on behalf of residents needing professional support services
• Assist in the supervision and welcoming of volunteers and donors
• Assist in training new and relief staff
• Write clear, concise shift notes on a daily basis
• Assist in maintenance of facility, report major maintenance issues to director
• Perform other program tasks as needed
• Attend and participate in weekly staff meetings and supervision
• Attend and participate in staff in-service trainings
• Report all professional concerns to supervisor

Job Qualifications and Desired Qualities

• Desire to work with homeless individuals in a team setting
• Capacity to create an environment where residents take responsibility for choices and consequences
• Solid work ethic
• Ability to problem solve and prioritize tasks
• Sense of humor
• Compassionate
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Ability to work with diversity

To apply for any of the above positions, please fax your cover letter and resume to 415-457-1815 or email to employment@hbofm.org.