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Shelter Advocate/Full-time/Laredo, TX

Mercy
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 28 Jul 2026

About the role

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview
Responsible for working with administrative and direct services in developing and implementing emergency shelter services, i.e. crisis intervention, crisis counseling, intakes, assessments, orientations and cooperative living agreements.

Position Details:

Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or GED or equivalent life experience.

Experience: Educational experience in human services or equivalent life experiences. Prefer knowledge and/or experience with residential care settings.

Prefer knowledge and/or experience in crisis intervention and/or crisis counseling.

Other: Strong household management capabilities.

Ability to work rotating shifts

Ability to work extended hours as needed.

Ability to lift and push 50 pounds.

Basic computer skills.

Preferred Experience: Prefer knowledge and/or experience with residential care settings.

Prefer knowledge and/or experience in crisis intervention and/or crisis counseling.
Preferred Certifications:
Preferred Other: Bilingual preferred.

Valid driver's license preferred.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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