Shelter Advocate (8PM-8AM 3rd shift/ Weekends)

Shelter Advocate (8PM-8AM 3rd shift/ Weekends) Asheboro, NC 27203 $14

• $16 an hour
• Part-time $14
• $16 an hour

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Part-time TITLE:

Shelter Advocate

REPORTS TO

Shelter Manager /

Advocate Coordinator Summary:

Provides compassionate services that strengthen the well-being and safety of victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and child maltreatment. Directs information, advocacy, and supportive services that allow individuals and families to make informed decisions.

Qualifications:

Two years of post-secondary education in Criminal Justice, Social Work or related human service field, or equivalent experience in the human service related or criminal justice field preferred not required. Ability to empathize and work with abused women, children, and men. Experience in crisis intervention. Education in the areas of Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault/Human Trafficking is preferred. High degree of organizational skills and problem solving skills. Articulates ideas clearly (both written and orally), listens accurately, and establishes personal rapport with people from a variety of backgrounds. Displays thorough understanding of personal strengths and limitations. High sense of urgency and strong work ethic. Ability to work in stressful conditions, maintaining professionalism at all times. Knowledge of social services delivery systems, interagency coordination, and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities:

Primary Responsibilities Manage 24-hour Crisis Line. Complete shelter intakes. Provide shelter coverage. Enter intakes/statistical reports into database system by the end of each shift. Refer clients to agency case manager/social worker. Keep accurate records of client contacts. Promote a positive image of RCFCC by ensuring an understanding of program services available, publicizing activities and accomplishments, and conducting oneself according to a professional code of ethics. Manage and distribute community donations appropriately. Provide transportation as necessary. Ensure cleanliness of shelter grounds. As residents leave prepare (clean) rooms for the next client. Keeping closets inventoried as items are taken out Maintain adequate supply of all inventoried items. Communicate needs before the shelter runs out of items. Report any emergency needs to Shelter Manager for maintenance of the house. Perform facility walk through to insure safety of clients and facility. Keep open door communications with all residents by providing supportive peer counseling and ensure the safety of residents at all times. Follow up with victims as related to Domestic Violence/Sexual Assaults/Human Trafficking. Administrative Duties as needed.

Expected Hours of Work:

Flexible schedule of work, including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Maintains physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following: walking, bending, stretching, lifting, standing or sitting for extended periods of time, operating assigned equipment. Ability to work flexible/overtime hours, as needed. Requires valid NC driver's license and ability to travel between various agency sites and community resources. Equal Employment Opportunity Randolph County Family Crisis Center, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or non-disqualifying physical or mental handicap or disability. Americans with Disabilities Act Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. Randolph County Family Crisis Center, Inc. shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law. Job Responsibilities The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential responsibilities of the job and should not be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. Randolph County Family Crisis Center, Inc. reserves the right to revise the job duties and responsibilities at any time with or without notice, based on the needs of the organization.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$14.00

• $16.

00 per hour

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person