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Job Details

Job Location:

Moorhead, MN 56560
Position Type:
Part Time
Education Level: Not Specified
Salary Range: $20.50 - $20.50 Hourly

Travel Percentage :
Negligible

Job Shift: Day
Job Category:
Shelter Advocate

Churches United is seeking a Shelter Advocate located in Moorhead, MN. The primary responsibility of this position is to create an environment where individuals experiencing homelessness can feel safe. By building trust, this role encourages and supports the homeless individual in accessing services at Churches United and in the community to secure permanent housing. As an employee of Churches United, you will benefit from a nonprofit culture that offers above‑average compensation, comprehensive benefits, ongoing professional development, and a supportive work environment.

Churches United is one of the largest and most effective providers of shelter and connection to supportive services in the Fargo‑Moorhead area. Since 1987, our mission has been to provide shelter, interim housing, and supportive services that help homeless families and individuals rapidly return to stable housing and long‑term self‑sufficiency. Our model combines a safe, clean shelter with intensive supportive services that promote dignity and autonomy.

We operate over five sites in the FM area, one of which houses single men, women, families, and veterans under one roof.

Our staff are dedicated to serving the community. Diverse in background, outlook, and experience, our team addresses important social issues with passion and creativity. We foster personal growth through ongoing investment in professional development and encourage collaboration and innovation. Together, we are committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness and helping guests achieve long‑term self‑sufficiency.

There is no single cause of family or youth homelessness, and no single way that interpersonal violence affects people. Most guests are impacted by diverse traumas. Churches United services are available to all who need help, ensuring that people receive the right support to move forward. By addressing broad and comprehensive needs, we help men, women, and children build on their strengths for a brighter future.

• Ensure a comprehensive initial screening process to determine guest eligibility for program services, including assessments, intakes, and enrollment when appropriate.
• Maintain the safety and security of guests, volunteers, visitors, and staff by communicating expectations and conducting internal and external perimeter checks during shift.
• Conduct room and personal property inspections during shift.
• Follow agency and shelter protocols for reporting incidents.
• Lead new guest orientation to ensure understanding of expectations, policies, and procedures.
• Respond effectively to guest needs.
• Participate in regular supervision with the Shelter Coordinator, providing updates.
• Maintain guest files and manage data in accordance with program requirements and NVFS guidelines.
• Keep up to date with program software and shelter program information.
• Collaborate with volunteers, contractors, and donors.
• Assist guests and cleaning staff in maintaining cleanliness and upkeep of the shelter and grounds, including sweeping, mopping, and cleaning when professional services are not available.

• Is dependable and reliable.
• Can encourage and enforce guest rights and responsibilities in a low‑barrier environment.
• Is people‑oriented, enjoys interacting with people, and works well on group projects.
• Is detail‑oriented, focusing on details rather than the big picture.
• Is autonomous/independent, enjoys working with little direction.
• Is innovative, preferring unconventional ways or creative tasks.
• Has high stress tolerance and thrives in high‑pressure environments.
• Is calming and helpful in difficult situations.
• Can provide support and supervision to volunteers.
• Has basic literacy and computer skills, including word processing and internet navigation.
• Possesses a deep understanding of how race, ethnicity, culture, language, region, poverty, sexual and gender identity, age, education, and systemic…