Shelter Advocate
Listed on 2026-03-04
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Non-Profit & Social Impact
Youth Development -
Social Work
Youth Development, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Community Worker
Who We Are
Model Cities, a champion of social and economic prosperity, has been providing access to opportunities that stabilize and develop families and communities since 1967. Our work has been a lifeline for marginalized and underserved communities, with a special emphasis on the economic stability and vibrancy of Black Minnesotans in Saint Paul. We offer a range of services that address barriers to homelessness, housing, home ownership, economic development, and financial wellness.
Our commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace ensures that our services are always in tune with the evolving needs of our community, and your role as a Shelter Operations Day Coordinator will be instrumental in this mission.
Model Cities, a champion of social and economic prosperity, has been providing access to opportunities that stabilize and develop families and communities since 1967. Our work has been a lifeline for marginalized and underserved communities, with a special emphasis on the economic stability and vibrancy of Black Minnesotans in Saint Paul. We offer a range of services that address barriers to homelessness, housing, home ownership, economic development, and financial wellness.
Our commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace ensures that our services are always in tune with the evolving needs of our community, and your role as a Shelter Operations Day Coordinator will be instrumental in this mission.
As a Shelter Advocate, you will add critical value to our operations under the direct supervision of the Program Manager or their designee. Your responsibilities will include maintaining a regular presence at Safe Space, supporting clients, and offering guidance to staff and volunteers. Your role is instrumental in ensuring the shelter operates efficiently, and guests' basic needs are met. This role will involve working closely with the Shelter Operations Coordinator to provide reliable shelter coverage 365 days a year.
The Shelter Advocate will participate in routine staffing coverage in rotation with other staff members, including days and weekends.
Ensures client data is entered into the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) database system accurately and timely. Maintains confidentiality of all pertinent client information to ensure client rights are protected. Actively participates in All Staff meetings, shelter team meetings, and other related agency meetings, as needed. Assists Program Manager and Shelter Operations Coordinator in planning and facilitating shelter team meetings at least a monthly basis.
Assists in coordinating the inventory of shelter supplies. Works with other shelter staff to organize and manage the inventory of supplies needed for Safe Space shelter. Alert the Program Manager and Shelter Operations Coordinator of the shelter supplies required. Works with Program Manager and other agency staff to provide information as needed for reporting to funders, board of directors, and others.
Stay current on the latest developments, opportunities, and trends that could influence Safe Space and potentially impact the agency's strategies and how we deliver our services.
- Responsible for maintaining a regular presence at Safe Space, supporting clients, and offering guidance to staff and volunteers to ensure the shelter operates efficiently and guests' basic needs are met.
- Works closely with the shelter team to assess guest needs and provide advocacy and referrals for housing, probation, healthcare, mental health, chemical dependency, and other services.
- Actively participates in All Staff meetings, shelter team meetings, and other related agency meetings, as needed. Assists program manager and shelter operations coordinator in planning and facilitating monthly shelter team meetings.
- Works with Program Manager and other agency staff to provide information as needed for reporting to funders, board of directors, and others.
- Maintains cleanliness to standard.
- Respond to and complete incident reports for medical emergencies, chemical abuse, theft, threats, and…
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