Crisis Intervention Advocate (Domestic Violence Shelter) - 1st/2nd Shift - Part Time

BARREN RIVER AREA SAFE SPACE, INC.

POSITION TITLE: CRISIS INTERVENTION ADVOCATE

Victims of Crime Act

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Who are we?

We are the regional Domestic Violence Shelter & Program serving the BRADD region, consisting of Allen, Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Monroe, Simpson, and Warren counties. Our agency consists of three major departments. Our outreach program assists survivors in court hearings and in individual counseling sessions. Our housing department assists survivors in their search for permanent housing and supports them in their transition to self-sufficiency. Our shelter, or residential services, is the most robust of our three major departments. While all advocates in our shelter contribute to case management services for clients fleeing Domestic Violence, including intake procedures and paperwork, assessments, referral to outside services and addressing urgent physical needs, advocates are also responsible for the upkeep of the shelter household needs. Household responsibilities include cleaning bedrooms for incoming clients, assisting in washing house laundry such as bath towels and bedding (does not include residents’ laundry), cooking meals for residents of the shelter, and managing grocery and food stock.

The mission of the Barren River area Safe Space, Inc is to provide safety and support to victims of domestic violence and their children and empower them with opportunities that lead to self-sufficiency. We educate our community about domestic violence to help identify and spark change, and we advocate to protect the rights of individuals so everyone in our community can be free from abuse.

We want to live in a community where patterns of abuse are broken and stigmas are gone -- a place where society is supportive of survivors, every person matters, homes are free from abuse, and healthy relationships thrive.

Who are you?

The ideal candidate for this position approaches each situation with an open mind, critical thinking skills, and a can-do attitude. You are a creative person who is resilient in the face of vicarious trauma and is willing to help clients address their immediate obstacles on the road to self-sufficiency. You’re a problem-solver, able to work independently when needed and able to contribute to a team. You are punctual, reliable, and detail oriented, with an ability to multi-task in what can often be a fast-paced environment. You don’t shy away from the uncomfortable, you face problems head on, and are able to make difficult decisions when necessary. You’re the kind of person who isn’t afraid to roll up your sleeves and get the job done, whether that job is attending to the needs of survivors, or helping a client in an uncomfortable or irregular situation. You are the kind of person who sees something that needs to be done, and isn’t afraid to step up and do it. You’re able to implement feedback from managers, and willing to give feedback to leadership in return. You have a passion for helping others, you are dedicated to a trauma-informed care model, and you understand you must often meet survivors where they are.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Crisis Intervention Advocate is a part-time evening and weekend position scheduled for 16-20 hours per week. The schedule for this position can be found at the end of the job description. The Crisis Intervention Advocate is responsible for answering the 24-hour crisis line, providing crisis intervention, and appropriate referrals. The person in this position is under the supervision of the Director of Residential Services.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

1. Answer the 24-hour crisis line.

2. Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and referral services.

3. Initiate intake process on clients entering the shelter or outreach services.

4. Assist in the orientation of new residents to the shelter.

5. Complete intakes and assessments.

6. Complete exit process, if resident exits on assigned shift.

7. Complete daily service notes for residents.

8. Compile and report statistical information on residents as required by funding sources.

9. Supervise routine evening, night and weekend activities in the Shelter.

10. Check security system at beginning of each shift to assure all doors and windows are locked and that security system is intact.

11. Monitor the interior of the shelter at regular intervals during each shift to assure the safety and well-being of residents.

12. Facilitate emergency response and safety procedures with shelter residents.

13. Observe any conditions that need maintenance or repair, and leave a written message for the Director of Residential Services.

14. Work on holidays according to designated shift.

15. Attend all required staff meetings and trainings.

16. Perform all other duties as assigned by Executive Director.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 18 years of age.
• Two years college with coursework in social service related area, or five years experience in victim services.
• Knowledge of dynamics of domestic violence, safety planning, justice system, and client-centered services.
• Adhere to the Revised Member Program Service Standards of the Kentucky Coalition Against Domestic Violence.
• Commitment to complete required (for fulltime) training for Certification as Domestic Violence Advocate.
• Completion of First Aid, CPR, and Blood-borne Pathogen Training.
• Valid Kentucky driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance.
• Submit to criminal background check(s).
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Schedule and Pay

Preferably, candidates would work 3 days per week. The candidate must be able to work on Sundays, preferably from 2 pm to 10 pm. Additionally, the agency's preference is that the candidate also work two days per week on daytime hours, but the scheduled shifts may be flexible depending on the candidates availability. The greatest need is Mondays or Fridays during the day.

This position begins at $17.00 per hour.

Benefits

• 4 hours of sick leave and 4 hours of vacation time awarded per month of service.
• Employee will receive their birthday as a paid holiday (up to the hours they would normally be scheduled. For example, if the staff member normally works 6 hours, they will receive 6 hours of paid time off for their birthday.)
• Ongoing training, learning and CEU opportunities year-round.

Hiring Timeline

The hiring timeline for this position is as follows:

- Interviews will take place between July 6th through 16th.

- The candidate will begin mandatory, paid training on July 27th or August 3rd.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• Can you comfortably lift and move up to 50 pounds?
• Please provide 2-3 professional references including contact information.

Language:

• Bilingual (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Bowling Green, KY 42101 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17