Client Advocate
About the Organization
SHARE Outreach is a well respected, community non-profit organization that provides emergency and ongoing support to individuals and families in need of basic necessities. SHARE provides food, clothing, and emergency financial assistance to area families in need who do not qualify for government assistance or for whom that assistance is insufficient or delayed in coming. SHARE also offers support to families and individuals looking to become more self reliant, including support for stable housing, employment, and education, as well as referrals and connections to other agencies.
About the Job
SHARE provides emergency and ongoing support to individuals and families in need in Milford, Amherst, Brookline, Wilton, and Mont Vernon, New Hampshire. Assistance is provided through food, clothing, emergency financial assistance, and linkages to other resources in the area. The SHARE Center is where individuals with all needs come for assistance and referral. This service center includes SHARE's offices, clothing barn, food pantry, and Milford Town Welfare, Southern NH Services Fuel and Energy Assistance Office, and the local location for Meals on Wheels.
The client advocate assists clients in enhancing their quality of life. Assessing client needs and eligibility for different services and benefits, the client advocate then helps individuals receive necessary services and support. The advocate informs clients of their rights and assists with obtaining necessary treatment, funding, food, housing, and other needs. The client advocate ensures clients have essential information and makes follow-up telephone calls. The client advocate monitors records and writes reports on the progress of clients. The qualified candidate will demonstrate compassionate and caring advocacy to promote dignity and the client's quality of life.
Applicants should have a Bachelor’s Degree in human services or social work and a minimum of 5 years of case management or a similar job.
Send a cover letter and resume/CV to info@sharenh.org. Address any questions to info @sharenh.org.