On-Call Advocate (Part-time) Safe Place of Eastern South Dakota Job Description
Safe Place of Eastern South Dakota provides a confidential emergency shelter for adult victims and their children escaping domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. The shelter is a locked and secure facility equipped with cameras and an alarm system that allow direct contact with police dispatch. Our goal is to provide a safe and empowering environment for those who are escaping violence at home.
Qualifications:
Associate or bachelor's degree in human services or a related field is preferred, but equivalent experience will also be considered. Basic knowledge, understanding and experience working with victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault preferred. Good listener, self-motivated, team player. Ability to respond effectively to crises. Oral and written communications skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Responsibilities:
Direct client services to include trauma informed care, advocacy, in-take, protection orders, and sexual assault.
- Work closely with the shelter staff to communicate needs and to ensure seamless continuity of services.
- Document all interactions as required.
- Maintain safety and security precautions.
- Crisis intervention and safety planning with clients/potential clients.
- Respond to emergency requests and/or needs by clients.
- Rotate on call duties as assigned.
On-Call Schedule:
Overnight on-call shift
Weekend availability
Holiday Rotation License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
Contact Information
Safe Place of Eastern South Dakota
Coleen Hoffman
1600 North Kimball Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 996-6622
coleen@safeplace-esd.org
https://www.safeplace-esd.org