What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shelter Advocate position at My Sister's House?
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Shelter Advocate
My Sister’s House mission: to serve Asian and Pacific Islander and other underserved women and children impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking by providing a culturally appropriate and responsive safe haven, job training and community services.
The Shelter Advocate is directly accountable to the Shelter Program Manager of My Sister’s House. The Shelter Advocate shall assist My Sister’s House Shelter Program Manager with the following responsibilities:
- Coordinate and manage daily operations and functions of assigned shelters.
- Provide direct services and case management to shelter residents.
- Maintain a safe living environment for clients.
- Manage shelter resources in accordance with the organization’s budget.
- Provide culturally responsive case management support and crisis intervention to help crisis line calls from clients.
- Maintain accurate and up to date client records, statistics and information.
- Conduct intake and screening of new clients in accordance to established criteria.
- Assist the Shelter Program Manager with program and budget development for My Sister’s House.
- Develop and conduct community outreach presentations on domestic violence issues.
- Participate and represent My Sister’s House at various community and collaborative meetings as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelors in Psychology/Social Work or demonstrated experience (either paid or volunteer) in working in domestic violence or violence against women field required.
- Able to work with diverse populations, including Asian and Pacific Islander ethnic groups, youth, immigrants, refugees, lesbians, transgender, physically and mentally challenged, a wide age range from infants to elderly.
- Experience in working and/or managing a shelter preferred.
- Strong communication skills including writing and public speaking abilities required. Conflict resolution skills are highly desirable. Bilingual skills helpful: Spanish preferred. (Arabic, Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu, Dar, Farsi, Pashto)
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to use Gmail and Google programs.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to use personal vehicle for work; proof of car insurance.
- Occasional evenings and/or weekends
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- A strong commitment to helping women and children in need.
Position: Shelter Advocate
Pay Rate: $19.00 - $24.00
Deadline to apply: Open until filled
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Shelter & Recovery Home Monitors: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: One location