Advocate - Night Shift Schedule

Peace House is a charitable organization dedicated to ending family violence and abuse, including sexual assault and abuse, in the community through education, outreach, support services and shelter. To fulfill our mission, Peace House offers specific services to all of our clients, including Case Management, Therapy, Advocacy and Crisis Intervention. Peace House is located in Park City, UT. Peace House is an equal opportunity employer.

Classification Full-Time Hourly: Starting at $17.50/hr

Signing Bonus:of $750 after 60 days and $750 after 6 months.

JOB TYPE: Full time – three nights per week 9pm-9am

Reports to Director of Residential Services

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Residential Support Advocate provides on-going advocate services to shelter and transitional housing residents; coordinate with support service staff in working with clients on safety/action plans; maintain accurate client files; answer help-line calls and coordinate necessary resources; monitor building security and contribute to shelter facility maintenance

Essential Functions

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

1) Direct Client Services- Education of clients on domestic violence and sexual assault, Answering hotline/helpline calls, Assessing eligibility, Offering services, Providing referrals, Crisis Intervention, Crisis de-escalation and management, Facilitating client intakes and exits, Reinforcement of shelter guidelines, Client file documentation, Mandatory reporting

2) Housing Facilities- Minor shelter maintenance and cleaning, Lifting up to 25 lbs., Monitoring security

3) Record Keeping and Data Entry- Enter client records and program data, Monitoring client files, Documentation of all client interactions, Training documentation.

Competencies –

1. Ability to work sensitively and effectively with diverse populations

2. Creative, enthusiastic and flexible

3. Open to change and learning

4. Computer literacy

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

This position requires on-site attendance at our community-based Emergency Shelter and is not eligible for telecommuting.

Physical Demands

· Ability to lift 25 lbs.

· Ability to perform routine cleaning requiring lifting, bending and repetitive movements.

· Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Full Time overnight, 36 hours per week

Required Education and Experience

1. High School Diploma

2. Current First Aid and CPR certification or ability to become certified within 30 days of hire

Preferred Education and Experience

1. Some college or other post-secondary education or training, preferably in human sciences

2. Skills in effective communication, professional boundaries, conflict resolution, problem solving, and crisis management

3. Experience in direct social services and/or knowledge of domestic violence

4. Bi-lingual (Spanish preferred)

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)

Must be able to pass background check

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Night shift

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person