Safehouse Advocate, Sun-Th 6am-2:30p
Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Benefits Eligible

Post

Description: This position provides orientation to new shelter clients.  It also provides individual and group counseling, advocacy, case management, information and referrals to shelter residents who are victims of Domestic Violence, and/or Sexual Assault. 

  • Handles support line phone calls and assists callers with referrals effectively and professionally with individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds
  • Required to effectively use problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to respond quickly to defuse escalated situations when necessary.
  • Must be flexible to work some holidays when normally scheduled, due to 24/7 shelter needs. 
  • This position’s schedule also includes mandatory Staff and In-Service Meetings that may be outside the original schedule. 

Qualifications:

  • BA/BS degree and one (1) year related experience or AA/AS degree and 2-3 years experience or 5 years experience in lieu of degree requirement.
  • Bilingual communication skills strongly preferred
  • Crisis intervention, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to work both independently and as a team member
  • Provide copy of valid California driver license, have reliable transportation, and submit current proof of vehicle insurance
  • Ability to work, evenings, weekends and holidays, as needed
  • Complete WEAVE’s 68-hour classroom training and peer counselor certification program (post-hiring requirement)

How to Apply:                     https://OnePoint.EmployerNet.net/ta/WEAVE.jobs?ApplyToJob=100672647

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WEAVE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

WEAVE makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals. All employment actions are based solely on an individual’s qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, cancer-related medical condition, disability, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, ancestry citizenship, or marital status.