--- title: Shelter Advocate Per Diem at CVOEO in Burlington, VT description: CVOEO is hiring for the Shelter Advocate Per Diem role in Burlington, VT. Pays $33.15 per hour. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/shelter-advocate-per-diem-at-cvoeo-01a11275-65d8-72d1-86ae-5e8278b90cfd date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join CVOEO as Shelter Advocate Per Diem in Burlington, VT. Pays $33.15 per hour. Part-time role. Requires 1+ year of experience. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/t6ame3.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | CVOEO | | **Location** | Burlington, VT | | **Salary** | $33.15/hr | | **Type** | Part Time | | **Posted** | Oct 06, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** B · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for CVOEO. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for CVOEO. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $40,000 – $47,000 a year (median $43,000). ## Description CVOEO is hiring Per Diem Shelter Advocates for CVOEO’s Emergency Services Network who will provide direct support and advocacy for individuals experiencing homelessness who are residing in a CVOEO operated shelter. The position provides shelter shift coverage (as available) in a trauma-informed, client-centered environment. CVOEO operates a wide array of shelters including low-barriers, recovery, for families, and people fleeing domestic and/or sexual violence. - Provide coverage for various shifts within CVOEO’s shelter network, as available. - Provide direct housing advocacy to guests residing in the CVOEO shelter network, emphasizing stability and self-sufficiency. - Support recovery-oriented services by connecting guests with mental health, substance use, and peer support programs, in collaboration with Housing Advocate and/or Director. - Monitor and assist guests in maintaining compliance with shelter policies and may provide support related to recovery program requirements, guidance on relapse prevention, safety planning, supervision of children, and/or wellness strategies. - Conduct crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed, ensuring guest safety and well-being. - Coordinate closely with shelter staff, peer support specialists, and recovery coaches to ensure a holistic, integrated approach to guest care. Rate of pay: $33.15 per hour Please view the full job description: [Per Diem Shelter Advocate](https://cvoeo.egnyte.com/dl/PcjtXYX84pkq)  - Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Counseling, Public Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred) or equivalent experience. - Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in housing advocacy, homelessness services, recovery housing, and/or behavioral health. - Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment. - Strong knowledge of the causes and effects of homelessness, affordable housing, poverty, economic justice and multiple oppressions affecting economically vulnerable groups. - Experience with trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles. - Willingness to work flexible schedule and respond to per diem shift availability on short notice. - Valid license, clean driving record, access to reliable transportation required and willingness and ability to travel within the CVOEO service area. - Ability to uphold safety standards and have thorough understanding of CVOEO’s shelter policies and procedures, crisis management, and understanding of how to respond in the event of an emergency. ***Interested in working with us?*** To apply, please include a cover letter and resume. *CVOEO is interested in candidates who can contribute to our diversity and excellence. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.* **We are one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Vermont!** **Join us to find out why!**  ## Skills - Harm Reduction - De-escalation Techniques - Peer Support - Affordable Housing - Crisis Intervention - Crisis Management - Behavioral Health - Counseling - Driving - Recovery-Oriented Care - Trauma-Informed Care - Relapse Prevention ## Benefits - Flexible Work Schedules ## Related - [Social Services & Nonprofits jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/social-services-and-nonprofits?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Community Services jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/social-services-and-nonprofits/community-services?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Community Support Worker jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/social-services-and-nonprofits/community-services/community-support-worker?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Individual and Family Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/individual-and-family-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 47205 jobs - [Vermont](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/vermont?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 6865 jobs - [Burlington, VT](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/vermont/burlington?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 731 jobs ## Related pages - [Individual and Family Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/individual-and-family-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 47205 jobs - [Vermont](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/vermont?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 6865 jobs - [Burlington, VT](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/vermont/burlington?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 731 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)