Direct Support Shelter Advocates

Job Title

Direct Support Shelter Advocate, $21/hr, Independent Contractor, Immediate Start.

Location:

Brockton, MA 02302.

This role is part of a 24‑hour, 7‑day team providing shelter and support for homeless families, with the goal of moving families out of shelter in a supportive environment. The shelter is located in Brighton, MA.

First shift (8:00 am – 3:00 pm), second shift (3:00 pm – 11:00 pm), third shift (11:00 pm – 8:00 am).

• Initiate and maintain appropriate social interactions with residents and assist residents as needed.
• Conduct rounds of shelter to maintain safety and security of residents.
• Assist with preparation, serving and cleanup of meals during the shift.
• Intervene if a resident is in crisis (medical, mental health, interpersonal).
• Complete assigned tasks of shift.
• Maintain order and cleanliness of the shelter.
• Monitor bedrooms, bathrooms, and dayrooms to ensure safety and security of residents and premises.
• Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings and any required trainings.
• May be involved in room clean‑ups and packing rooms.

• Previous work with homeless individuals and/or families, people with disabilities or other at‑risk populations.
• Ability to work alone and handle crises with good judgment and adequate communication skills – both written and oral.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Must be able to occasionally ascend/descend stairs up to three or more sets, frequently move equipment weighing up to 5–20 lbs., and remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

• Sitting, standing, reaching above, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, traversing, thinking, speaking, writing, concentrating, interaction with others.

Delta‑T Group’s mission is to provide cost‑effective, reliable referrals and innovative referral solutions for the social services, behavioral health, allied health and special education fields, supporting independent behavioral health professionals seeking new opportunities and those needing care and support.

Applicants for this role often have experience or interest in positions such as Direct Support Professional, Aides, Home Health Aide, Mental Health Technician, MHTs, Behavior Health Technician, BHTs, and Youth Care Workers.