About this opportunity
The Salvation Army USA Central Territory lists this Housing Advocate - Plover Place (as needed) opportunity in duluth, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Duties
nPosition Summary
nThe Plover Place Housing Advocate supports adult residents by assisting with living skills, responding to needs and crises, and helping maintain a safe and respectful environment. The role also manages building access, answers calls, documents interactions, and provides general administrative and event support.
nPlover Place is a 24-unit site-based permanent supportive housing program serving single adults experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Designed for efficiency and low maintenance, it provides housing, case management, staffing, and life skills programming to support residents in achieving stability.
nAs part of The Salvation Army Northern Division Duluth Corps, Plover Place operates within a broader mission of "Doing the Most Good" by delivering holistic, person-centered services. The Corps offers worship and spiritual care, case management, housing, food, clothing, utility and rental assistance, youth programming, and connections to community resources.
n319 W Palm St, Duluth, MN 55811
n$18.65 to $19.30/hr
n24 hrs/MONTH
nEssential Functions (approximate time spent)
nParticipant Support (50%): Provide compassionate, person-centered support to adult participants, including assistance with living skills, navigating housing policies, responding to crises, and promoting a safe, respectful environment.
nBuilding Access & Visitor Management (15%): Manage building access and welcome all visitors by greeting, assisting, and directing them appropriately.
nDocumentation & Administrative Support (15%): Perform administrative tasks, including documenting participant interactions, incidents, and visitor logs.
nCaller & Information Requests (10%): Respond to incoming calls and provide information or support as needed.
nSeasonal & Special Project Support (10%): Assist with seasonal and special projects and events.
nEducation and Experience
nHigh School diploma or equivalent required.
nMust be at least 18 years of age.
nMust have at least one year of experience with the target population served.
nMust pass background checks, including through The Salvation Army and MN Department of Human Services.
nCompetencies
nFlexible interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
nGood organizational skills and attention to detail.
nDemonstrates a high level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.
nValues honesty, diligence, and ethical conduct in all aspects of work.
nProficient in Microsoft Office, standard PC applications, and standard office equipment.
nWorking Conditions
nPrimarily sedentary work, involving extended periods of sitting and computer use.
nProfessional on-site work environment, remote work is not available for this position.
nRequires clear, consistent communication with colleagues, participants, and visitors.
nMust be able to occasionally lift to 20 pounds.
nShifts may vary and include daytime, evening, overnight, and weekend hours.
nSupervisory Responsibilities
nNone.
nDriving/Travel Requirements
nNone.
nOther Duties
nAll employees acknowledge that The Salvation Army is a church and agree to support its mission.
nThis job description is not all-inclusive; duties and responsibilities may be assigned or adjusted by the supervisor as needed.
nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.
nMinimum Education Required
nHigh School Diploma or Equivalent
nMinimum Experience Required
n1 - 20 years
nShift
nFirst (Day)
nNumber of Openings
n1
nPublic Transportation Accessible
nYes
nVeterans Encouraged to Apply
nNo
nPhysical Required
nYes
nDrug Test Required
nYes
nCompensation
n$11.41 / Hourly
nPostal Code
n55806
nJob Type
nFull Time
nPlace of Work
nOn-site
nRequisition ID
nN
nJob Benefits
nNot specified
Worksite address
duluth, MN, 55806, US
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