3rd Shift - Part Time Shelter Advocate (Weekends)

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Here is what you’ll do:

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Part Time 3rd Shift Shelter Advocate provides crisis intervention and creates a safe and welcoming environment for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking and their children by providing emotional support, connecting residents to resources, and facilitating activities in shelter to build community.

SHIFT: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11:00 pm - 7:00 am - Hours are subject to change based on program needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in human services or related field or specialized training in domestic violence preferred.
• One-year experience in crisis intervention and residential service preferred.
• Must pass criminal, child abuse and neglect, and sex offender background checks.
• Demonstrated ability to manage conflict and adept at de-escalation techniques
• Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to be empathetic and establish rapport.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain appropriate boundaries.

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides crisis intervention and individual support.
• Answers agency crisis line and responds to client crisis needs.
• Links clients with community resources.
• Maintains confidential, accurate, and timely client records and documentation.
• Monitors building and shelter security systems and procedures.
• Provides admittance and intake of shelter residents; arranges alternate shelter, as needed.
• Coordinates and facilitates shelter programming activities including, but not limited to: field trips, recreational outings, in-shelter activities, co-location of community resources, and holiday celebrations.
• Assists in activities related to daily shelter operations.
• Completes cleaning tasks assigned during scheduled shifts.
• Assures necessary maintenance and custodial functions, as needed.
• Safeguards confidential information gained as a result of the position.
• Complies with applicable local, state and federal licensing requirements/certification and or regulations.
• Complies with Association policy regarding required reporting of child abuse, elder abuse, suicide and homicide.
• As a YWCA employee, projects a positive image of the Association and its programs to the community.
• Attends all team and staff meetings, participates in collective team and agency efforts, and complies with all YWCA Kalamazoo policies and practices.
• Remains flexible and manages changing priorities on a continuing basis.
• Knows and adheres to Association policies, procedures, and practices.
• Works cooperatively with program participants, YWCA staff and volunteers.
• Completes special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY IS IMPORTANT!

As an employer, YWCA Kalamazoo encourages, welcomes, and fosters differences. It is the policy of YWCA Kalamazoo not to discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin/ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, age, height, weight, familial status, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other status or characteristic protected by law, in its programs, services, employment or activities. All qualified applicants will be given equal opportunity and consideration for employment.

Prior to a job offer, candidates will be required to complete a criminal record background check. Information gathered will be used for job-related purposes to the extent permitted by applicable law and will not result in an automatic disqualification from an employment opportunity.

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