Position Summary
**This is a part-time as needed position**
The Shelter Advocate will provide crisis intervention, advocacy, support and resources to victims of domestic violence.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provides direct service to clients on the crisis line
Models and promotes positive, nurturing interactions between adults and children in shelter
Models conflict resolution skills
Communicates shelter rules and expectations to residents and addresses difficulties or problems that arise
Manages emergency situations with the goal of maintaining safety of all residents
Complete house security checks, fire drills and lock-downs as assigned and directed by Shelter Manager
Maintains client and agency files, statistics and forms and other record keeping as required
Completes all paperwork and enter into CaseWorthy by the end of each shift
Provides on-call coverage
Assists in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment to work in and for residents by performing routine chores and cleaning tasks
Adheres to agency policies and work rules including strict adherence to confidentiality policies and code of ethics
Attends agency staff meetings as requested by Shelter Manager or Executive Director
Maintains professional boundaries
Attends 40 hours of online domestic violence and sexual assault training within the first 90 days of hire date
Attends additional trainings and continuing education as assigned at a minimum of 10 hrs annually after first year
Maintains current CPR and First Aid certification
Perform other duties as requested by Shelter Manager and/or Executive Director
Qualifications
Preferred skills include the ability to multi-task, ability to work under pressure, effective communication skills, administrative and organizational skills, computer/technology skills, and a sense of personal and community responsibility
Physical requirements: May require some heavy lifting/otherwise typical office tasks
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Schedule:
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person