Shelter Advocate, 1st Shift

The Shelter Advocate position provides advocacy and support services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence who reside in the onsite emergency shelter. This role coordinates all client services including safety planning, crisis intervention, life skills training, and household support. This position is 32 hours a week with the schedule of Friday / Saturday / Sunday / Monday from 6:30am - 2:30 pm.

• Associate’s degree in human services or criminal justice field, preferred. High school diploma required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to set limits and priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to serve individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and as a cooperative team member.
• 40 hours of domestic violence and 40 hours of sexual assault training or complete agency training program before interacting with clients or client-related information.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.
• Ability to pass criminal and DCFS background checks at all times.
• Reliable automobile, current license and insurance: use of personal vehicle required.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft based systems.
• Demonstrated creativity, initiative, maturity, and a passion for people of all ages
• Commitment to VOICES mission and values, including intersectional equity and ending domestic and sexual violence.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Unless exempted by the Americans with Disabilities Act, all persons hired for this position are required to perform the following essential functions:

1. Lift up to 25 lbs. on an as-needed basis;

2. Perform the basic life operational functions of talking, hearing, vision on a frequent basis;

3. Perform repetitive motions (i.e. computer keying and/or dialing phone) on a frequent basis;

4. Stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and crouch on an frequent basis;

This position requires exposure to the following environmental factors:

1. Normal office conditions;

2. Exposure to variable noise levels;

3. Possible exposure to communicable illnesses; and

4. Traveling in an automobile in various weather conditions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.28 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 3% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17