What are the responsibilities and job description for the Relief Direct Service Advocate position at YWCA of Western Massachusetts?
Relief Direct Service Advocate_DV Shelter Relief Per Diem Springfield,
MA, US Requisition ID: 1979 Salary Range: \$19.00 To \$19.00 Hourly The
YWCA of Western MA is dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering
survivors. The YW provides a safe place for survivors of domestic
violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. Our programs and
services include crisis shelter and transitional housing for survivors
and their families, counseling, SAFEPLAN court advocacy, community
education, supervised visitation, and vocational training for youth. The
YWCA provides services at several sites, including Holyoke, Northampton,
Westfield, and our primary Springfield campus. The YWCA is seeking a
Direct Service Advocate for our Domestic Violence Shelter Services in
Springfield, MA. The Direct Service Advocate (DSA) is responsible for
providing support, advocacy and role modeling to adult, teen, and child
program participants living in the YWCA\'s residential programs. DSA\'s
are part of a team model working with peers, supervisors, clinicians and
outside connections to best serve program participants. DSA\'s support
the agency mission and trauma informed service model in order to provide
safe, consistent and quality services to vulnerable populations. Job
Title: Direct Service Advocate Reports to: Assistant Program Director
Schedule: 3 Shifts per month Starting Rate \$19.00/hr FLSA Status: Non
Exempt Primary Responsibilities for the position include, but are not
limited to: Conduct shelter intakes as needed. Provide crisis
intervention and counseling as needed. Help residents become acquainted
with shelter and other residents and provide counseling to resident upon
arrival. Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of the facility and
property (including, but not limited to: vacuuming, laundry area,
shoveling, mopping, and take trash out). Enforce shelter rules and
guidelines. Engage with residents at meal time and ensure that residents
clean up their area prior to leaving dining area. Complete all required
paperwork and maintain client records. Qualifications Associate\'s
degree plus 1 - 3 years of experience in human services; Experience
working in residential setting; Familiarity with issues of domestic
violence; Experience with survivors of gender-based violence and
exploitation; Experience addressing the impacts of decisions and actions
on multiple communities; Understanding of both interpersonal and
structural racism and bias; Ability to represent agency from a
management perspective in an active union environment; Excellent written
and organizational skills including computer skills; Must be able to be
covered by the agency\'s insurance policy; and Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift 40 lbs. INTRODUCTORY PERIOD All employment at the
YWCA begins with a 150-day Introductory Period.
MA, US Requisition ID: 1979 Salary Range: \$19.00 To \$19.00 Hourly The
YWCA of Western MA is dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering
survivors. The YW provides a safe place for survivors of domestic
violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. Our programs and
services include crisis shelter and transitional housing for survivors
and their families, counseling, SAFEPLAN court advocacy, community
education, supervised visitation, and vocational training for youth. The
YWCA provides services at several sites, including Holyoke, Northampton,
Westfield, and our primary Springfield campus. The YWCA is seeking a
Direct Service Advocate for our Domestic Violence Shelter Services in
Springfield, MA. The Direct Service Advocate (DSA) is responsible for
providing support, advocacy and role modeling to adult, teen, and child
program participants living in the YWCA\'s residential programs. DSA\'s
are part of a team model working with peers, supervisors, clinicians and
outside connections to best serve program participants. DSA\'s support
the agency mission and trauma informed service model in order to provide
safe, consistent and quality services to vulnerable populations. Job
Title: Direct Service Advocate Reports to: Assistant Program Director
Schedule: 3 Shifts per month Starting Rate \$19.00/hr FLSA Status: Non
Exempt Primary Responsibilities for the position include, but are not
limited to: Conduct shelter intakes as needed. Provide crisis
intervention and counseling as needed. Help residents become acquainted
with shelter and other residents and provide counseling to resident upon
arrival. Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of the facility and
property (including, but not limited to: vacuuming, laundry area,
shoveling, mopping, and take trash out). Enforce shelter rules and
guidelines. Engage with residents at meal time and ensure that residents
clean up their area prior to leaving dining area. Complete all required
paperwork and maintain client records. Qualifications Associate\'s
degree plus 1 - 3 years of experience in human services; Experience
working in residential setting; Familiarity with issues of domestic
violence; Experience with survivors of gender-based violence and
exploitation; Experience addressing the impacts of decisions and actions
on multiple communities; Understanding of both interpersonal and
structural racism and bias; Ability to represent agency from a
management perspective in an active union environment; Excellent written
and organizational skills including computer skills; Must be able to be
covered by the agency\'s insurance policy; and Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift 40 lbs. INTRODUCTORY PERIOD All employment at the
YWCA begins with a 150-day Introductory Period.
Salary : $19