Resident Advocate
Location: Victoria, TX
Organization: The Gabriel Project of the Crossroads (GPOC)
The Gabriel Project of the Crossroads is a non-profit organization that supports pregnant women and their families through emotional, material, housing, and spiritual resources. The Bethlehem Maternity Home offers a Christ-centered residential program with life coaching, medical access, counseling, education and employment support, parenting or adoption assistance, and more—all at no cost.
Position Summary: The Resident Advocate supports the daily operations of the Bethlehem Maternity Home, helping ensure a safe, structured, and nurturing environment for pregnant and parenting mothers. This includes direct support to residents, assisting with schedules, maintaining the home, and providing transportation using the GPOC vehicle.
Key Responsibilities:
- Transport residents and their children to appointments, work, daycare, and essential errands
- Assist the Director with managing resident schedules and routines
- Perform room checks, maintain household inventory, and organize supplies
- Support cleaning and upkeep of shared and private spaces
- Respond to resident needs in a firm, friendly, and supportive manner
- Answer phones and document relevant interactions or issues in the log
- Ensure activities align with GPOC’s Christian values and mission
- Participate in staff development and maintain clear communication with the Director
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience in residential care, social services, ministry, or a related field preferred
- Valid Texas driver’s license and clean driving record
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to demonstrate empathy while setting and enforcing healthy boundaries
- Proven ability to lead with confidence, maintain a strong presence, and manage situations assertively
- Committed to maintaining confidentiality
- Basic proficiency in computer and phone systems
- Commitment to Christian values and the mission of the Gabriel Project of the Crossroads
- Must pass a background check and complete all required training
This is a key role in supporting the daily operations of the Bethlehem Maternity Home. The Resident Advocate plays an important part in helping residents stay on track with their goals, ensuring a structured, supportive environment that fosters personal growth and stability for mothers and their children.
Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: 20 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person