Self-sufficiency Advocate

Position Summary The Self-sufficiency advocate works in conjunction with the Self-sufficiency team to implement and provide programming to cultivate skills that lead to increased autonomy and self-sufficiency for survivors of domestic violence. Four areas of advocacy include; Housing, Education, Employment and Connecting to Public Benefits and Community Resources. Responsibilities Provide expertise and advocacy to help navigate the local housing systems to secure long-term housing Assist survivors when applicable in applying VAWA protections to their housing Provide direct service and/or referrals for work-force preparation skills including resume building, interviewing, networking, and leveraging social media, internet Connect survivors with educational resources (GED, local school visits, advocacy with academic institutions) Provide expertise through either direct service or referrals to assist survivors with self-care and development of skills Goal setting with survivors of domestic violence in a trauma informed setting Provide direction and assistance with navigating and leveraging community resources Build and foster relationships for existing and new partnerships with community agencies Implement workshops centered on education, job-training skills, and utilizing community resources Assist clients with navigating government assistance programs Record outcomes of each client in order to monitor progress in the Apricot database Report results of program to Leadership Conduct jail visits, home visits, and hospital visits for domestic violence victims Facilitate domestic violence education/support groups. Potential groups are; St. Louis County Jail, Bethel and Safe Haven weekly group Complete intakes and needs assessments to assist clients in connecting to all appropriate services at the Resource Center and in the community Attend meetings/appointments off-site with clients and provide transportation when needed Safety planning with survivors Provide post separation support and assistance finding necessary services Maintain Resource Center security at all times and attend to the needs of the Resource Center Space Maintain professional boundaries with co-workers and clients Commitment to Safe Haven's Core Values; Empowerment, Safety, Equality, Teamwork & Compassion Other duties as assigned Qualifications & Competencies Required Qualifications Lived experience of domestic violence and/or experience living as an unhoused person, or; college experience in Human Service or related field, or; 3 years of experience in human service work. Experience working with people who are: managing crises. from diverse racial, cultural, social, economic and LGBTQ+ backgrounds. experience chronic, persistent mental illness and/or chemical dependency. Demonstrated consistency and dependability in regard to scheduled shifts and/or work hours. Exercise computer skills including, but not limited to, word processing, data entry, spreadsheets and email. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English. Valid driver's license and insurance minimums of 100,000/300,000/100,000. Ability to pass a background check and Motor Vehicle Records search before hire and annually thereafter. Required Competencies Impeccable ability to follow through with assigned, and/or self-directed tasks. Ability to drive a vehicle safely in all conditions and circumstances. Skillful at tolerating and navigating ambiguous situations effectively. Ability to be warm, friendly, positive and approachable. Value diversity and leverage the benefits of different perspectives. Ability to physically attend to the various needs of the facility (i.e., cleaning/housekeeping, washing dishes, lifting {up to 30lbs}, ascend/descend a flight of stairs, using office equipment {computer, telephone, etc.}). Desired Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Human Service or related field. Knowledge of Duluth and surrounding area community resources. Understanding of trauma-informed care for survivors of domestic violence. Ability to read, write, speak and understand multiple languages including American Sign Language.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$21.16 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave

Work Location:

In person