Shelter Residential Shift Counselor

The Women’s Center is currently seeking a qualified candidate for a Shelter Residential Shift Counselor. Training and team supervision provided in a supportive and collaborative work environment that focuses on the growth and development of employees. Rewarding opportunity to assist domestic and sexual violence survivors in obtaining safety, justice, and autonomy. The Women’s Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and committed to continually expanding the Center’s ability to provide culturally responsive services and a culturally responsive work environment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services related field preferred. Training and work history will be considered.
• Experience working with diverse populations preferred.
• Experience dealing with individuals in residential settings or crisis situations.
• Act 33/34/FBI Clearances upon hire.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Responsible for participating in a shift schedule for a residential facility for domestic violence victims, homeless women, and their children. Works independently during some shifts.
• Provide empowerment based, client-centered crisis counseling, goal planning, and advocacy.
• Develop and facilitate self-care activities, educational groups, and workshops for shelter residents.
• Respond to 24-hour helpline and provide helpline callers with information and crisis intervention.
• Complete shelter intake and exit interviews during shift coverage.

SALARY & BENEFITS

• $21 an hour plus $1.50 shift differential; 40 hours a week
• Paid vacation, sick and personal time, including 5 days of vacation after 6 months; 12 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision eligibility on first day of employment, with low employee contribution rate of $30 per pay.
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Mileage for off-site work
• Life Insurance and Short-term Disability
• Self-care, wellness, and appreciation activities for employees

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person