ADVOCATE I
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 3, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 8, 2026. Citycare scores A on the Alion truth index.
Description
City Care exists to do the work few others are willing to do. We believe in the intrinsic value of every person.
It is with love and compassion that we walk alongside neighbors who are often overlooked in our community. We provide food for the hungry, relief for the hurting, and hold space for complete restoration of lives that have gotten off course. With enough endurance, we witness, firsthand, remarkable stories of transformation.
Still reading? Great! Now more about the position.
City Care is searching for the right person with a knack for seeing great potential in others and working as part of a team with the shared goal of motivating change toward that potential. This Advocate will understand the complexity of the intersection of poverty, homelessness, mental illness and substance use for our neighbors experiencing unsheltered homelessness.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Carry out the mission, vision and values of City Care
- Well-versed in community resources, developing a network of collaborative partners
- Encourage guests to receive services that will result in housing stability
- Participate in a team culture of professional hospitality, confidentiality, teamwork, and safety among guests, interns, volunteers, staff, and collaborative partners
- Assist guests in daily check-ins and check-outs.
- Monitor storage areas and organize monthly cleanouts.
- Manage inventory and proper storage of program supplies
Requirements
- Understanding of the complexity of the intersection of poverty, homelessness, mental illness, substance use and recovery
Skilled in verbal and written communication
- Computer literate, resulting in error-free data entry
- Ability to multitask and handle stressful and complex situations
- Ability to work as a member of a team to accomplish shared goals
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Current Oklahoma Driver's License
- Pre-employment background check, driving record and UA
- Reliable transportation
Preferred
- Professional experience navigating mental and physical health systems, benefits and resources
- BHCM-I or II; PRSS Certification
We believe in rewarding growth and commitment! Here's how our bonus and raise system works:
- 90-Day Review Bonus - Successfully complete your 90-day review and earn a pay raise to $15.61/hour
- 1-Year Anniversary Bonus - Successfully complete your annual performance review and earn a pay raise to $17.00/hour
- Training Completion Bonuses - Additional bonus opportunities are available for completing onboarding training and advanced trainings. These bonuses are awarded upon completion.
Benefits for full-time employees begin on the first day of the month following date of hire.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision and 401K plan.
Salary Description
$14.23 per hour