Program Advocate I

Employment Type: Full Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Compensation: Min. $15.27/hour - Max. $19.54/hour

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

MISSION STATEMENT:

Join Kings Community Action Organization (KCAO) and make a difference in Kings County, CA as an Program Advocate I. KCAO envisions a future where all people in Kings County are able to live with dignity, have access to available resources and have the opportunity, motivation and ability to live economically productive and satisfying lives.

Our Mission: Working as a team, KCAO will seek and provide programs that develop self-sufficiency in individuals, families, and communities within Kings County.

Our Vision: Kings County residents and communities will achieve self-sufficiency through the high quality and client-focused programs of KCAO.

We are a private nonprofit helping people and changing lives in Kings County since 1965. Do you see yourself as part of our team of passionate, committed, and caring people?

JOB SUMMARY:

The Program Advocate I is responsible for front office functions related to crisis support and shelter intake support at the Barbara Saville Business Office.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate shelter placement for battered women and their children.
• Coordinate room assignments with shelter staff; maintain vacancy list.
• Schedule and facilitate the certification training for the Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault programs.
• Prepare monthly volunteer schedule and coordinate with the answering service to ensure that crisis calls are answered.
• Provide short-term peer counseling to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence as well as to family and friends of that individual.
• Refer individuals to appropriate community resources for additional assistance and counseling.
• Answer incoming crisis calls and direct them as appropriate.
• Maintain communication with shelter staff to ensure all documentation is complete.
• Advocate on behalf of incarcerated survivors of sexual assault to ensure access to services.
• Coordinate with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to ensure compliance with the guidelines of the Prison Rape Elimination Act.
• Administer and serve as point of contact for all Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) needs.
• Train shelter staff on HMIS intake documentation.
• Provide crisis intervention services to sexual assault and domestic violence victims as well as to family and friends of that individual.
• Receive, organize, maintain, and distribute inventory of donated household and personal items.
• Conduct presentations at local service groups.
• Attend staff meetings and training as required.
• Perform other responsibilities as required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate's Degree in Social Services or related field.

OR

• Training and experience which would provide the skills, language, and ability to perform the essential functions of the position; AND
• Two years relevant experience working in an office setting involving social services, or related experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Complete the Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Certification course provided by KCAO.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Travel and attend out of area meetings and conferences as required per the funding source(s).
• Work variable hours and days, including those outside regular Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. business hours.
• Meet and maintain KCAO employment requirements which include:
  • Criminal Record Clearance through the California Department of Justice, FBI and Child Abuse Centralized Index (CACI).
  • Reliable, insured transportation and valid California Driver License.
  • Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) acceptable to KCAO's vehicle insurer.
  • Health examination with tuberculin clearance.
• Ability to be contacted outside of regularly scheduled work hours in case of emergency

KCAO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace

KCAO participates in the E-Verify program that electronically confirms an employee's authorization to work in the United States that complies with the I-9 form.

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