Resident Advocate relief

Mission Heights Supportive Housing Program features 14 beds with two accompanied 2‑bedroom apartments located in Columbia Heights, MN. The 14‑bed lodge provides single‑room occupancy for adult clients (18+) of all genders who range in their backgrounds, including substance use and/or mental illness, homelessness, domestic violence, or other forms of trauma. All need a healing‑centered place of belonging. Position Responsibilities Have complete knowledge of emergency procedures and all forms that accompany these procedures and attend quarterly emergency procedures reviews Maintain confidentiality of all residents in accordance with confidentiality laws Uphold the policies and procedures of the program and of Mission’s Inc Attendance at staff meetings and in‑service training Assist in resident transportation Answer incoming telephone calls Monitor medication and note any discrepancies in the daily and medication logs Conduct random urinalysis drug/alcohol screenings Make a visual check of residents and document residents’ status Complete a building check three times per shift Conduct bedroom inspections Provide individual and class advocacy with social services, economic assistance, mental health, medical, and criminal justice systems on behalf of residents Coordinate recreational and group activities with residents Complete intake with residents and ensures that each new resident is oriented into the program Assign room; distribute linen and personal items to new residents. Provide information on available resources and options to assist residents in designing their goals and objectives Review goals sheets bi‑weekly with assigned residents and document in‑progress notes Update resident progress notes as needed with other pertinent information Complete pre‑admission interview forms with potential residents and coordinate intakes Develop and maintain resource information Facilitate groups Complete clerical and other tasks as requested by the Program Manager Experience and Qualifications An understanding and sensitivity to the unique problems encountered by people experiencing homelessness, mental illness, and substance use disorder Excellent working knowledge of AA/NA and other recovery programs Computer proficiency required; ability to use e‑mail, navigate the internet, and complete basic data entry in a database system The ability to work well with people from diverse racial, cultural, social, and economic backgrounds An awareness of culturally specific resources Able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds; able to bend, stoop, kneel, and climb flights of stairs Understand substance use disorder and the needs of residents in recovery Compensation Hourly wage: $15.23 – $16.80 per hour depending on experience and qualifications. We offer a $0.40 differential pay for overnight shifts and a $0.50 differential for weekend shifts. Hours available for overnights and weekend, part‑time shifts. Missions Inc. Programs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr