Overnight Safehouse Advocate
Part Time, 16 hours/week, Fri & Sat 10:30pm-6:30am
Description: This overnight position provides orientation, crisis intervention, advocacy, information and referrals to shelter residents who are victims of Domestic Violence, and/or Sexual assault. Also handles crisis phone lines and assist callers with referrals. Must be flexible to work some holidays, due to 24/7 shelter needs. This position’s initial schedule: 2 days per week, Fridays and Saturday nights from10:30 PM to 6:30 AM.
Qualifications: Ideal candidate will have:
- BA/BS degree in a behavioral science or related field and 1 year related exp preferred or AA/AS in a behavioral science and 2 years exp., or min. high school diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience.
- Experience working with culturally diverse clients, and
- Bilingual communication skills highly desired.
- Peer Counseling Training is required.
How to Apply: For immediate consideration, please submit resume and salary requirements to careers@weaveinc.org or fax to Human Resources at 916-443-2371. No phone calls please. WEAVE is an EOE.