Position:

Full Time Shelter Advocate Location:

Woodstock, IL Pay Range:

$18-23/hour base pay. (After 7:00 pm differential including overnight hours) (Full Time 32 hours) Monday, Tuesday, Saturday (9am-5pm), Friday (7am-3pm)

Benefits:

Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off and 9 Personal Days 15 Paid Holidays Vision insurance 403(b) plan with matching PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness)

Site About Us:

As a mid-sized nonprofit with a team of more than 50 professionals, Turning Point is proud to provide comprehensive domestic violence services to McHenry County. We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team and make a difference in the lives of individuals and the community.

Position Summary:

As a Shelter Advocate, you will provide crisis intervention, emotional support, safety planning, and case management to victims of domestic violence. This role involves coordinating services, conducting assessments, providing referrals, and ensuring 24/7 coverage for our shelter and crisis line. This position requires ongoing self-care, active participation in professional development, and involvement in training, meetings, and program development. Other duties may be assigned as needed to support program goals and client care.

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide crisis intervention and stabilization. Respond to calls on the 24-hour helpline, offering support, safety planning, and referrals. Screen for shelter eligibility and coordinate arrival arrangements. Update and maintain accurate service documentation. Provide counseling, case management, transportation and group education for shelter residents. Monitor shelter safety and enforce operational protocols. Participate in staff meetings, supervision, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice or Human Services (preferred degree not required) 1-2 years' experience in domestic violence or crisis work (preferred) Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to critically think and prioritize 21 years or older Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills a plus (Additional Differential) How to

Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter describing your interest in the position to allisonf@turnpt.org

Join Our Team:

If you are passionate about supporting survivors of domestic violence, including children and creating a safer community, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position at Turning Point, Inc. Turning Point, Inc. does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or unfavorable discharge from military service. For information about filing a complaint, visit one or more of the following websites: Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority - https://agency.icjia-api.cloud/uploads/Discrimination_Complaint_Form_PDF_for_Download_010819_5e563524e7.pdf Office of Civil Rights - https://www.ojp.gov/program/civil-rights-office/filing-civil-rights-complaint U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission - https://www.eeoc.gov/how-file-charge-employment-discrimination

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person