Weekend Shelter Advocate

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide trauma-informed, culturally appropriate, and accessible supportive services for residential program participants by responding to crisis telephone calls and maintaining the operations of the emergency shelter program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Maintain the confidentiality of participants

Provide crisis intervention, trauma-informed supportive services, safety planning, and information and referral

Respond to crisis calls and make decisions about appropriateness of shelter for callers

Provide and arrange emergency and essential transportation

Conduct intakes and assessments; enter data; document service provision; and maintain daily case notes

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

Monitor shelter program operations; assist with cleaning and maintenance of facility 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

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: Kelly Buzan, Chief Program Officer, P. O. Box 1302, Anderson, IN 46015; respond to this posting; or (fax) 765-643-0291.

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: 02/21/24

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Indiana Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)
• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person