What are the responsibilities and job description for the Client Advocate at SWAN Shelter position at SWAN?
Schedule: 10 am - 6 pm Monday - Thursday; 4 am- 12 noon on Sunday
Qualifications: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent work experience. Must be able to demonstrate initiative, good interpersonal skills, good communication skills, and basic computer skills. Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to lift 25 pounds.
Job Responsibilities: Client Advocate position reports to Resident Shelter Supervisor. Once hired, the candidate must take 40 hours of domestic violence training. The successful candidate will also have responsibility of answering the 24-7 hotline.
The Client Advocate will provide advocacy, information, and referrals to federal, state, community, and shelter resources or programs to meet the needs of emergency shelter residents.
Benefits: SWAN has 9 paid holidays, offers employer paid health and dental insurance for the employee, offers employee paid vision insurance, life insurance, and other supplementary insurance plans at open enrollment periods. In addition, an employer paid retirement plan is available after one year of employment during open enrollment periods. The employee may start contributing to the retirement plan after 90 days of employment. The pay range is $15-$16 an hour depending on education and experience. Employment is contingent upon successful background checks.
To apply, complete the application and send it, a letter of interest, and a resume to Nikki Foerster, Shelter Supervisor, at [email protected] or PO Box 176 Olney, IL 62450.
Qualifications: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent work experience. Must be able to demonstrate initiative, good interpersonal skills, good communication skills, and basic computer skills. Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to lift 25 pounds.
Job Responsibilities: Client Advocate position reports to Resident Shelter Supervisor. Once hired, the candidate must take 40 hours of domestic violence training. The successful candidate will also have responsibility of answering the 24-7 hotline.
The Client Advocate will provide advocacy, information, and referrals to federal, state, community, and shelter resources or programs to meet the needs of emergency shelter residents.
Benefits: SWAN has 9 paid holidays, offers employer paid health and dental insurance for the employee, offers employee paid vision insurance, life insurance, and other supplementary insurance plans at open enrollment periods. In addition, an employer paid retirement plan is available after one year of employment during open enrollment periods. The employee may start contributing to the retirement plan after 90 days of employment. The pay range is $15-$16 an hour depending on education and experience. Employment is contingent upon successful background checks.
To apply, complete the application and send it, a letter of interest, and a resume to Nikki Foerster, Shelter Supervisor, at [email protected] or PO Box 176 Olney, IL 62450.
Qualifications: College degree is required as approved by the Illinois Department on Aging. Must demonstrate initiative, interpersonal skills, and good communication skills. Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation to make home visits, and be able to lift 25 pounds. Caseworkers are reimbursed monthly for mileage at the IRS rate.
Job Responsibilities: This is a full-time position- 40 hours per week. The Adult Protective Services Caseworker must complete training through the Illinois Department on Aging as well as complete 40 hours of Domestic Violence Training. Successful candidates must pass background checks through the Illinois State Police and the Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS).
Successful candidates must have good word composition skills, be proficient in Microsoft Office, and be able to complete all case notes/documentation in a web-based program with the Illinois Department on Aging.
Benefits: SWAN has 9 paid holidays, offers employer paid health and dental insurance for the employee, offers employee paid vision insurance, life insurance, and other supplementary insurance plans at open enrollment periods. In addition, an employer paid retirement plan is available after one year of employment during open enrollment periods. The employee may start contributing after 90 days of employment. The pay range is $18-$19 an hour depending on education and experience.
To apply, complete the application and send it to Bev Hiestand, APS Coordinator at [email protected]. Applications can be mailed to PO Box 176 Olney, IL 62450.
Salary : $15 - $16
