Job Details
Due to critical service need of the communities we serve, we are offering a $500 sign-on bonus.* We are eager to continue to provide quality and compassionate care in our service areas and need you to make this happen!
This is a part-time position, scheduled for day and evening shifts.
The Victim Advocate works with adults and children who are victims of domestic/sexual violence. Provide educational advocacy, provide community education on agency programs and how to access needed services. Safety Planning.
Responsibilities Include:
Answer and respond appropriately to the crisis line and make appropriate referrals
Meet residential immediate needs, assist in enhancing resident decision making capacities, assist in resident future and safety planning
Participate in Shelter fundraisers and special projects, and recreational/social activities with residents
Attend staff meetings and attend 40 hours of training per year through in-service training at COMTREA or outside the agency
Accept and appropriately store donated goods and shelter supplies as needed
Facilitate and/or co-facilitate community groups within the shelter that educate and help resolve conflicts that arise
Ensure all intake paperwork is completed within 24 hours or the first working day after initiation of services
o Assist resident in developing a personal safety plan
Provide limited transportation to residents within the county for medical and social services appointments
Track and maintain record of donations and donor master list