What are the responsibilities and job description for the Afterhours Advocate position at The Cocoon Shelter?
Company Description
The Cocoon exists to provide safety, healing and justice across the lifespan for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, their children and all of those affected by abuse. Cocoon works to live its vision to be a trusted partner, community leader and transforming voice in Wood County and surrounding areas, committed to ending domestic violence and empowering those affected by it will be a trusted partner, community leader and transforming voice in Wood County, Ohio and surrounding areas, committed to ending domestic violence and empowering those affected by it.
Job Description
The Cocoon is seeking part-time Advocacy Support Staff for evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnights. These staff assist victims of domestic and sexual violence and their children with advocacy, support, intakes, crisis intervention, enrichment activities and outreach. In addition, they assist with facility and office projects. Minimum of a one year advocacy or relevant experience and ability to work from an empowerment model. Skills serving battered women and children and/or sexual assault survivors, knowledge of domestic and sexual violence and related issues, and communication skills required. Bilingual preferred.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.