House Advocate — Casual/As-Needed

Job overview

The House Advocate role is onsite in Palatine, IL, on a casual/as-needed basis. Compensation is $20 per hour. The position supports operation of the Safe House and Crisis Line and provides support to clients as needed. The House Advocate helps maintain a safe, supportive environment by responding to crisis-line callers, assessing guest needs, supporting daily living and house activities, and maintaining records. The role also coordinates with staff to address client needs and follows agency procedures, including mandated reporting requirements.

What you'll do

• Operate the Crisis Line by providing crisis intervention, counseling, education, safety planning, and referrals. Conduct intake and eligibility evaluations
• support guests with daily living and conflict-resolution skills
• coordinate house activities and chores
• report safety concerns
• maintain client files, statistics, census, rosters, and shift reports
• assist with meals and donations
• attend required meetings and training
• report child abuse as required. Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

house advocate

safe house

crisis line

palatine il

casual/as-needed

crisis intervention

safety planning

client support

intake evaluations

social services

403(b)

eap

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 403(b) retirement plan, Chicago Paid Leave Time accrual, and employee assistance program.

Why this role

Associate degree in social service or a closely related field, or equivalent job experience, is required. Forty-hour domestic violence training and CPR/First Aid are preferred. Casual/as-needed benefits include a 403(b) retirement plan, Chicago Paid Leave Time accrual, and EAP.

About the employer

Wings Program Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Sector: 62.