Full time Advocate - Overnight

Working Against Violence, Inc.
Position Description

Title: Full Time Advocate - OVERNIGHT

Reports To: Shelter Coordinator/Executive Director

Status: Full-time

General Function:
 Assist with operation of the shelter, provide for clients' needs and engage in meaningful interaction with residents

Qualifications:
 High-school diploma/GED
 Valid driver’s license
 Possess hearing, speaking and sight ability which allows for effective verbal and non-verbal communication
 Ability to communicate in written form
 Ability to pick up a child
 Ability to carry a 25lb box up and down stairs
 Ability to perform routine housekeeping duties such as vacuum, make beds, mop and clean bathrooms
 Ability to walk stairs on a frequent basis through out a shift

Skills:
 Possess effective written and oral communication skills
 Ability to plan and organize work for maximum effectiveness and efficiency
 Ability to be an effective team member
 Ability to think logically and make practical decisions
 Ability to portray a welcoming and accepting attitude to clients and the public, by telephone and in person
 Ability to demonstrate initiative, accept responsibility and participate in active problem solving
 Possess physical and emotional stamina to effectively handle job related issues and stress
 Possess and be able to portray sensitivity and empathy to the issues of sexual assault and domestic violence

Duties and Responsibilities:
Client services:

 Respond to crisis line, arrest interventions and walk-ins, providing non-judgmental advocacy, emotional support and information about domestic violence and sexual assault
 Insure shelter resident’s basic needs are met
 Assist residents with life skills development as requested
 Insure shelter policies and procedures are met
 Provide security for shelter facilities
 Assess for and initiate emergency intake of shelter residents
 Provide transportation according to organization guidelines
 Know community resources to make appropriate referrals when not appropriate for our services
 Schedule appointments for case managers
 Housekeeping duties according to the schedule
 Know and consistently follow WAVI's policies and practices

Record Keeping:

 Complete appropriate forms relating to residents and crisis calls
 Maintains daily record of services provided.

Collaborative Projects:
 Work closely with Case Managers and Shelter Director to insure consistency in services to clients
 Complete all general office/program clerical duties as assigned by supervisor.

Agency Atmosphere:

 At all times maintain complete confidentiality of client and staff information.
 Attend all required staff meetings
 Display open, honest and ethical method of communication with co-workers and supervisor.
 Represent the agency in a positive and professional manner.
 Seek out professional training experience that will enhance the quality of work performed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.85 - $18.85 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $19