Shelter Advocate, FT

Center For VictimsPittsburgh, PA, US

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

Center for Victims (CV) is announcing a position opening. Have you recently earned a degree and are looking to gain skills, work experience and professional development? Are you a seasoned professional looking to make an even bigger impact? We invite you to join us today!

POSITION : Shelter Advocate

CV is seeking a Shelter Advocate to join our team! The Shelter Advocate provides shelter coverage, completes client intakes and provides information and options counseling to victims of Domestic Violence. Provides shelter coverage during day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts, including holidays.

Responsibilities :

24 Hour Shelter and Hotline Coverage
Crisis Intervention
Options counseling and safety planning to residents and callers
Provide emotional support and mediation and on-going information
Assessment and referrals to residents
Facilitate resident support groups and meetings
Completion of all necessary documentation and paperwork
Mandated and supportive services to crime victims

Qualifications :

High school diploma or GED. Prefer Associate’s degree in Human Services or related field and 1 to 2 years of experience

Knowledge of crisis intervention strategies and conflict resolution.

MS Office proficiency, strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks while effectively meeting deadlines in a fast paced and evolving organization

Oral and written communication skills, problem-solving skills, and the ability to interface professionally with internal and external groups

Strong commitment to support the organization’s mission and the ability to work in a diverse atmosphere with sensitivity of cultural diversity and workplace harmony

CV offers the following benefit package for full time staff :

Employee Health, Dental and Vision Benefits

Paid Time Off Benefits

Shift differential offered for Second and Third shifts.

15 Paid Holidays

Short Term Disability and Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunity for employee reimbursements for mileage, parking and cell phone usage (position dependent)

Opportunity to apply for PSLF Program (Paid Student Loan Forgiveness Program) for your work with a non-profit

CV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, parent status, veteran status, political affiliation or other factor protected by law. CV complies with the Affirmative Action requirements and the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodation for qualified employees with a disability.

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Shelter Advocate • Pittsburgh, PA, US