Employment Type : Full-Time
Evening/Overnight shelter advocate Currently Hours*: Three shifts rotating every 4 weeks Shift A: Sun 8am-8am Monday, Monday 5pm-8am Shift B: Tues 5pm-8am Wed, Wed 5pm-8am Thurs, Thurs 10pm-8am Friday Shift C: Thurs 5pm-10pm, Fri 5pm-8am Sat, Sat 12 (noon)- 8am Sunday *(these could change to accommodate scheduling and shelter coverage) Reports to: Shelter Manager and/or Executive Director Essential Functions: · Provide coverage for our domestic violence hotline · Provide trauma-informed direct services to victims of domestic violence and their children including support, advocacy, crisis intervention, safety planning, parenting support, information, and referrals. · Documents and records client services and hotline calls into client data system · Communicates shelter rules and communal living guidelines to residents during shift. · Maintain a safe, secure, stable environment for shelter residents, volunteers and staff · understands and utilizes principles of trauma informed care and the empowerment philosophy of advocacy. · Update log notes for the next advocate on duty . Completes intakes during work shift. · Models non-violent conflict resolution and uses non-violent forms of guidance. . Models and actively promotes positive, nurturing interactions between adults and children in shelter. . Makes rounds throughout the premises, and preforms daily room checks. · Inform Shelter Manager of shelter needs: repairs, food shift, supplies, etc. . Performs routine chores and cleaning tasks assigned to ensure the safety and cleanliness of the shelter. . Attends and participates in scheduled meetings. . Exhibits exemplary attendance and punctuality. . Complies with company policies and procedures. · Attend training as required by Serenity, Inc. policy and procedure’s and the Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence · Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: · Must be 18 years of age or older · strong morals and work ethic, non-judgmental expectations and philosophy toward people that are experiencing trauma and chaos · Prefer associate degree or experience in social services or family violence. · Excellent listening and communication skills, · Above average writing skills · Able to handle urgent and stressful situations · Ability to pass Child Maltreatment Background checks · Reliable transportation · Data entry knowledge Job Type: Can be part time or full time. Temporary with possibility of becoming permanent. Pay: $11.00 - $12.78 per hour Job Type: Full-time Pay: $11.00 - $12.78 per hour Benefits: Schedule: Education: License/Certification: Work Location: Work Remotely: