Resident Advocate, Avivo Village Central Minnesota On-Call

Do you know, you have the power to change the course of someones life?

Avivo employees do this every day, and we want you to join the team. At Avivo, our employees work with utter commitment to their clients, embracing the full person, believing in the dignity of all people.

Help Launch Avivo Village Central Minnesota

Be Part of the Founding Team

Opening in Fall 2026, Avivo Village Central Minnesota is bringing Avivo's innovative approach to ending homelessness to St. Cloud.

As an On-Call Resident Advocate , youll be at the heart of our shelter community—providing direct support, ensuring safety, and creating a welcoming environment for our residents. Youll monitor wellness, de-escalate crises, distribute meals and harm reduction supplies, and contribute to the upkeep and integrity of the Village. Youll play a vital part in creating a space where dignity, healing, and hope thrive.

Founding Team Opportunity: Help shape the culture, resident experience, and day-to-day operations of Avivo Village Central Minnesota from day one.

Key Responsibilities Include

- Engage residents with daily support, activities, and wellness checks.

- Respond to crises with compassion—administering Narcan, calling emergency services, and using trauma-informed approaches.

- Monitor the safety and cleanliness of rooms, bathrooms, and common areas.

- Provide meals and uphold food safety standards.

- Support residents through transitions—whether discharging, moving in, or receiving care.

- Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and clean facility—inside and out.

- Uphold the values of Absolute Dignity , Leaning into Curiosity , and Radical Welcome in every interaction.

On-Call Schedule Availability:

- In order to pick up shifts you must be available for some or all of these shifts weekdays/weekends: 2nd shift from 2:00pm - 10:30pm, 3rd shift 10:00pm - 6:30am

- This position is eligible for shift differential pay depending on the shift worked.

Qualifications

What You Offer

- A high school diploma or equivalent is required; coursework in health or human services is preferred.

- Two years of experience supporting individuals with long-term homelessness, mental health needs, or substance use challenges.

- Lived experience is recognized and valued.

- A deep commitment to harm reduction, housing-first, and inclusive care models.

- Strong communication and collaboration skills.

- Ability to de-escalate conflict and remain calm under pressure.

- Ability to clear background checks.

- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

- CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).

What We Offer (Full-Time Staff)

- Medical/Dental plans

- Health Savings Account (HSA)/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- Nice Healthcare: offers chat, video visits and in-home primary care visits

- Basic Life/AD&D & Voluntary Life/AD&D

- Long term disability

- Option to purchase critical illness, accident insurance and short-term disability

- 401(k) Plan

- 10 Paid holidays & generous PTO

- Flexible schedule

How to Apply

If youre passionate about helping individuals on their path to stable housing and want to be part of a dedicated, mission-driven team, wed love to hear from you! Apply today at Avivomn.org include your resume.

Avivo will begin participating in E-Verify effective July 1, 2025.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Avivo is an equal opportunity employer and will recruit, hire, promote and transfer qualified persons into all job classifications regardless of race, gender, religion, skin color, national origin or ancestry, physical disability (including pregnancy) or mental disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, veteran status, or genetic characteristics.