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Alternatives Incorporated

Striving to eradicate domestic and sexual violence
through education, prevention, and intervention
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Provide appropriate low-barrier, survivor centered, trauma-informed, culturally appropriate, and accessible housing assessments, referrals, resources, case management and supportive services for program participants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Maintain the confidentiality of participants

· Provide housing advocacy, crisis intervention, trauma-informed supportive services, case management, safety planning, and information and referral

· Provide and arrange emergency and essential transportation

· Determine program eligibility; conduct intakes and assessments; enter data; document service provision; and maintain case notes

· Design and implement housing opportunity education and supportive groups

· Identify program participants’ strengths and weaknesses and assess self-sufficiency barriers

· Assist participants develop individualized action plans utilizing matrixes

· Build and maintain networks with local housing providers and support systems for participants

· Provide back-up and additional support to other staff as part of a team approach

· Assist with shelter operations and assist with cleaning and maintenance of the facility when needed

· Monitor housing program operations; assist with cleaning and maintenance of units when needed

· 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 and interpersonal communication

· Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive environment

· Ability to remain calm, use sound judgement, and determine specific action under pressure

· Must hold a valid Indiana driver’s license

· Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 25/50/80 pounds regularly/occasionally

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 their resume by Tuesdays, January 23 to: Cheyenne Morrow, Housing Program Director: cmorrow@alternativesdv.org; P. O. Box 1302, Anderson, IN 46015.

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: 01/15/2023.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 14 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Anderson, IN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations