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SalaryAlternatives Incorporated
Striving to eradicate domestic and sexual violence through education, prevention, and intervention
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
POSITION AVAILABLE
POSITION TITLE: Non-residential Advocate
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time
WORK SITE: Residential Facility and Off-site locations
REPORTS TO: Director of Non-Residential Services
WAGE: Commensurate with experience and skill level
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide trauma-informed, culturally appropriate, and accessible case management and supportive services for domestic and sexual Violence Survivors through advocacy, support, and continued assistance in achieving self-sufficiency.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Maintain the confidentiality of participants
- Provide crisis intervention, trauma-informed supportive services, case management, safety planning, and information and referral
- Provide and arrange emergency and essential transportation
- Conduct intakes and assessments; enter data; document service provision; and maintain case notes
- Design and implement education and supportive groups
- Identify program participants’ strengths and weaknesses and assess self-sufficiency barriers
- Assist participants in developing individualized action plans utilizing matrixes
- Build and maintain networks and support systems for participants
- Establish partnerships with other service providers and represent Alternatives Inc. in the community
- Provide training and education for a variety of audiences and community partners
- Represent Alternatives Inc. at community events
- Provide back-up and additional support to other staff as part of a team approach
- Provide services in compliance with all funding contracts, including data and report preparation
- Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of Domestic Violence, sexual violence, dating violence, homelessness, and child abuse
- Knowledge of case management, crisis intervention, and conflict resolution techniques
- Skills in written documentation, interpersonal communication, and public speaking
- Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive environment
- Ability to remain calm, use sound judgement, and determine specific action under pressure
Alternatives Incorporated is committed to creating an inclusive team; applicants from historically marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Interested persons should submit a letter of interest and resume’ to: Lisa Connors, Director of Non-Residential Services, P. O. Box 1302, Anderson, IN 46015 or by responding to this ad. Please complete phone interview and skills assessment to be considered.
Alternatives Incorporated does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, political beliefs, or military and veteran status.
- POSTED: 3/15/2024
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evenings as needed
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a reliable vehicle and at least state minimum insurance coverage?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Indiana Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Greenfield, IN 46140: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Required)
Work Location: In person
