Job Posting for Shelter Advocate at SafeHouse Center
SafeHouse Center seeks a Shelter Advocate to join our Shelter Program to provide crisis support and advocacy to survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence.
The Shelter Advocate plays a vital role in delivering the support and resources needed to survivors and ensure the upkeep of the Shelter facility.
We are looking for individuals able to provide survivor-centered empowerment-based support, including crisis intervention, safety planning, emotional understanding and assistance, and education.
Essential functions and responsibilities:
Provide direct crisis support and intervention services to survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence in the form of general advocacy, one-on-one crisis support, and/or group work support.
Staff the 24-hour on-call duties for residential services during business hours, weeknights and weekends as assigned.
Assist in the general upkeep and function of the shelter facility including the maintenance and cleaning of residential bedrooms and common areas.
Maintain assigned caseload. Work collaboratively with each survivor to determine their strengths, challenges and goals. Provide appropriate referrals and resources.
Assist in the promotion of domestic and sexual violence services through public speaking and tabling engagements.
Abide by confidentiality policy at all times including mandated reporting guidelines to DHHS.
Be cross-trained to assist with other agency duties occasionally to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission and align with our organization’s values.
Working Environment & Requirements:
This position is based at the agency and primarily works in an office environment.
Staff may occasionally be required to travel locally and regionally in agency or own vehicle
This position requires flexibility in scheduling and job function as some services require 24 hour coverage including during popular holiday times (most notably – but not necessarily limited to – the time around Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s).
This position requires a minimum age of 21, valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain vehicle insurance.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree or the equivalent of 2 years of professional experience. Lived experience will also be considered on a case-by-case basis for meeting requirements.
Skilled in interpersonal communication and teamwork.
Previous experience in crisis intervention is preferred.
Previous experience working effectively with people from diverse racial, economic, and cultural backgrounds is preferred.
Fluency in language(s) other than English is desired
Compensation and Benefits:
$20.68/hour, 40 hours per week
Generous time off package including paid-time off, medical time and 9 paid holidays
4 weeks paid parental leave after 1 year of full time employment.
Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Care Network with optional vision and dental insurance. Also option to add dependents and partner
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance
Retirement plan (Simple IRA) with employer contribution match of 2%
Certified Employer for Federal Program Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Employee Assistance Program
Regularly scheduled individual and group supervision
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