Weekend Shelter Advocate Women & Children's Horizons

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0 Kenosha, WI Job Details Part-time From $17.80 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Employee assistance program Qualifications Crisis intervention Confidential information handling Crisis management Social work Domestic violence situation handling High school diploma or GED Driver's License Case management Motivational interviewing Group home experience Behavioral health Full Job Description Previous experience with a shelter, knowledge about domestic and sexual abuse, and previous experience engaging in trauma informed care desired.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is part time at 16 hours/week. This position performs a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to providing emotional support and info/referral services to shelter residents and their children, answering crisis calls, and managing community living challenges that arise. Population served are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or human trafficking, and their children.

WORK HOURS

We are seeking individuals to work in person at our shelter. Weeks are Saturday to Sunday.

Open shifts are:

Week 1 & 3

• Saturday 3rd shift (11p
• 7a) Week 2
• Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 2nd shift (3pm
• 7pm) Week 4
• Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 2nd shift

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

High school diploma and one year of experience in crisis/social service agency preferred. Some knowledge about domestic and sexual abuse. Bachelor of Science preferred.

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Excellent communication and organizational skills; cultural sensitivity and ability to interact with various publics; excellent interpersonal skills; must demonstrate professionalism with sound judgment and a high degree of responsibility, particularly as it relates to confidentiality. Reliable automobile with insurance and valid driver's license required.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $17.80 per hour

Benefits:

Employee assistance program

Work Location:

In person