Residential Shelter Client Advocate

Support women-identified individuals in Hamilton as a part-time Residential Client Advocate using trauma-informed, anti-racism and anti-oppression practices.
Mission Services of Hamilton seeks a Residential Client Advocate for Inasmuch House’s Violence Against Women’s Services. The contract ends March 31, 2027, supporting women and dependents experiencing abuse or homelessness. Apply client-centered service, safety planning, crisis intervention and housing support while respecting self-determination and personal decision making.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide direct service, assessments, admissions, referrals and housing applications
Conduct safety planning, risk management and crisis intervention
Engage service users throughout the women’s shelter
Maintain shelter safety, security and systematic records
Deliver groups, activities, training and volunteer supervision
Requirements:
Diploma in Social Service Work required
Two years’ experience supporting vulnerable women preferred
Understanding of gender-based violence, homelessness and mental health
Trauma-informed, person-centered and anti-oppression service approach
Flexible availability for day, afternoon, night and weekend shifts
Bring counselling, crisis intervention and organizational skills to support residents through safe, barrier-free services at Inasmuch House.