What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Support Specialist - Grove Campus position at The SAFE Alliance?
Peer Support Specialist (Grove Campus)
SAFE Alliance seeks a Peer Support Specialist for the Child Abuse Prevention & Intervention Services program in the Peer Support & Alumni Services department. This position will provide person-centered, peer-based support grounded in mutuality and lived experience, fostering connection, trust, and self-determination. They will also be responsible for supporting community-building efforts, including facilitating or contributing to peer spaces that reduce isolation and strengthen connection among participants.
SAFE Alliance
The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. We are dedicated to ending violence through prevention, advocacy, and comprehensive services for individuals, families, and communities that have been affected by abuse.
In the past two years (23-24), our community outreach and education has provided over 12,000 adults and youth violence prevention training. The number of forensic exams provided at Eloise House numbered over 300. Our various housing and shelter programs provided over 700 survivors per day with safe housing and shelter. Over 120 survivors fleeing sex trafficking received services through our CARES program and over 27,000 callers/chats/texts, walk-in advocacy, crisis intervention and face-to-face emotional support has been provided through our 24/7 confidential SAFEline.
No matter what your role at SAFE Alliance you will make a difference, because together we can Stop Abuse For Everyone.
Position Details
We are looking for one person to work on a full-time, non-exempt basis for an annual salary of $50,000 to $52,000 dependent upon experience. The work location will be based at Grove Blvd. Campus in the East Austin area. This position will include some travel in the community or between campuses and will allow for some remote/hybrid work. This position currently requires you to participate in working some nights and weekends as needed.
Perks and Benefits of Working at SAFE Alliance*:
SAFE Alliance seeks a Peer Support Specialist for the Child Abuse Prevention & Intervention Services program in the Peer Support & Alumni Services department. This position will provide person-centered, peer-based support grounded in mutuality and lived experience, fostering connection, trust, and self-determination. They will also be responsible for supporting community-building efforts, including facilitating or contributing to peer spaces that reduce isolation and strengthen connection among participants.
SAFE Alliance
The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. We are dedicated to ending violence through prevention, advocacy, and comprehensive services for individuals, families, and communities that have been affected by abuse.
In the past two years (23-24), our community outreach and education has provided over 12,000 adults and youth violence prevention training. The number of forensic exams provided at Eloise House numbered over 300. Our various housing and shelter programs provided over 700 survivors per day with safe housing and shelter. Over 120 survivors fleeing sex trafficking received services through our CARES program and over 27,000 callers/chats/texts, walk-in advocacy, crisis intervention and face-to-face emotional support has been provided through our 24/7 confidential SAFEline.
No matter what your role at SAFE Alliance you will make a difference, because together we can Stop Abuse For Everyone.
Position Details
We are looking for one person to work on a full-time, non-exempt basis for an annual salary of $50,000 to $52,000 dependent upon experience. The work location will be based at Grove Blvd. Campus in the East Austin area. This position will include some travel in the community or between campuses and will allow for some remote/hybrid work. This position currently requires you to participate in working some nights and weekends as needed.
Perks and Benefits of Working at SAFE Alliance*:
- Employee Only: Health insurance, short-term disability, and life insurance are employer paid with an option to purchase additional dependent coverage.
- Eligibility for Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
- 8 standard paid holidays throughout the year.
- Depending on your date of hire, up to 4 Personal Holidays are granted to use at your preference throughout the year.
- A comprehensive voluntary benefits plan that includes dental, vision, flexible spending, and various insurance programs including pet insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plan with an ability to contribute immediately. You can earn an employer match of 100% up to 1% of your pay and a discretionary contribution of 2% of your pay whether you contribute to the Plan, after one year of eligible service.
- SAFE Alliance benefit plans are effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.
- Benefit plans and benefit start dates are prorated based on date of hire and hours worked. Eligibility in employer paid benefits, paid time off and holidays are dependent upon full-time employment status and/or hours worked and may be subject to change.
- Preference given to someone who has at least one year of professional, intern or volunteer experience in social services such as social work, case management, advocacy, or community outreach.
- High School degree or GED equivalent is required.
- Experience working with survivors of domestic violence, homeless populations, individuals with disabilities, or other vulnerable groups highly preferred.
- This position is designed for a survivor of child abuse, domestic or sexual violence, and/or human trafficking who feels comfortable relating to and supporting other survivors.
- Previous peer support experience highly preferred.
- Consistent team player that can relate to and operate effectively with a variety of clients and manage multiple tasks.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage with diverse clients and stakeholders using empathy and active listening to assess client needs effectively.
- Ability to self-motivate and a exhibit a strong work ethic with strong organizational and documentation skills to maintain accurate records and case files.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care, social justice issues, and community resources and ability to respond to situations with a trauma informed, responsive, and strength based lens.
- Knowledge of navigating systems to support personal needs that includes problem-solving and decision-making skills to connect clients with appropriate resources.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media skills and the ability to learn information system management software.
- Substantial movements of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers in a repetitive manner and manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items and work with fingers.
- Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, or move objects.
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time including up to 8 hours a day.
- Occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, extreme temperatures or moderate noise (e.g., business office with computers and printers, light traffic).
- May require local travel for family support services and field trips.
- This position requires driving. You must have a valid, State of Texas Driver's License (If in possession of an out-of-state license, obtain a State of Texas Driver's License within 90 days of beginning employment.) AND at least three (3) consecutive years of driving experience OR one (1) year of driving experience if over 27 years of age AND an acceptable driving record that covers at least the last three years of driver history.
- This position requires completion of the 40-Hour Office of Attorney General Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program in person within six (6) months of starting employment, along with participating in annual continuing education throughout your employment.
- Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check if applicable), as well as a pre-employment drug screen and TB test, if applicable.
- All employees are required to comply with policies regarding COVID-19, which may be subject to change. COVID vaccines are still highly recommended, and we encourage employees to get vaccinated if they are able.
- We do NOT accept applications or resumes via email, LinkedIn or any other social media messaging service.
- Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. You will be contacted via email regarding the status of your application whether you have been selected or not to move forward in the process.
- All new employees regardless of status will be required to start their employment on either the 1st or 16th of the month. If the 1st or 16th falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the start date will be moved to Friday or Monday, respectively.
- All employees will be required to attend a three-day new employee orientation that is held both in-person and virtually the first three business days of the month.
- If you or someone you know are in need of our services, please call 512.267.7233, text 737.888.7233 or chat at safeaustin.org/chat
Salary : $50,000 - $52,000