ADVOCATE - $1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS
Company: Family Service League Inc.
Location: Smithtown
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Established in 1926, Family
Service League is a social services agency transforming lives and
communities through mental health, addiction, housing, and
essential human services with more than 60 social service programs
in over 20 locations. SCHEDULE: Varied shifts, 7 days a week.
8:00AM-4:00PM 4:00PM-12:00AM 12:00AM-8:00AM SUMMARY: Family Service
League is seeking a part-time Advocate for a homeless shelter in
Smithtown, NY. The Advocate will be responsible for conducting
client intakes, curfew checks, safety checks, and provide
transportation. The Advocate will perform crisis intervention,
ensure compliance with shelter rules, and monitor safety throughout
the shelter. $1,500 Sign-On Bonus RESPONSIBILITIES: The Advocate
will complete new client intakes. Explain shelter rules and
regulations to clients. Conduct curfew checks, which includes
walking outdoors to each unit. Conduct Safety Checks. Monitor the
safety of the property. The Advocate will address any issues of
safety in unit, remove any dangerous items. Assist with pantry
distribution. Assist with distribution of donations. Turn over
rooms for new clients. Provide transportation. Provide crisis
intervention. The Advocate will oversee compliance of rules,
regulations, and policies of shelter. Set and observe appropriate
boundaries with clients; observe client confidentiality and HIPPA
protocols. Advocate for client needs. Attend staff meetings,
individual supervision, and trainings as required. Collaborate with
the Security to discuss and resolve client incidents. Responsible
for reading and understanding the Policy and Procedure Manual.
Required to read and respond to daily emails. All other duties as
assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent
required. Prior experience in Human Services or related field
preferred. Knowledge of homeless population and DSS policies and
regulations. Excellent organizational and time-management skills
required. Strong interpersonal and verbal and written communication
skills required. Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft
Office required. Valid and clean NYS Driver's License required.
Bilingual in Spanish preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able
to go up and down stairs. This position requires sitting and
standing for extended periods.
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