Job description

Summary of the Position

The FV Advocate provides services to victims of domestic violence. The advocate serves as a support for women and families who seek assistance from the FV Center. This position will provide assistance and services as prescribed by the women/family shelter mission statement and handbook.

Responsibilities

• Maintain personnel and client confidentiality.
• Providing a protective and caring environment for women and children at the shelter.
• Networking with making referrals to appropriate agencies.
• Advocacy for women includes the following areas:
• Civil and criminal justice proceedings
• Safety and medical issues
• Income maintenance and job services
• Housing and other social services
• Admitting and interviewing clients, which includes completing the initial intake form.
• Answering telephones and handling the crisis line in a supportive manner.
• Dealing with crisis situations.
• Assisting residents in identifying their options and listening in a non-judgmental (no advice-giving) manner.
• Maintaining resident files, record keeping, and assisting with statistical information for monthly reports.
• Attending all mandatory staff meetings and various coalition meetings as directed by the director.
• Transporting residents and their children as directed.
• Communication and record-keeping skills.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Physical Demand

• Ability to safely lift up to 25 lbs.

Accountability

Family Violence Programs Services Director

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must pass central registry, criminal background checks, and pre-employment drug testing.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous work experience working with Domestic Violence victims preferred
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Wages

Dependent upon verifiable experience.

The above list of primary responsibilities is not intended to be exhaustive; Sacred Heart Center reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements.

EEO - Sacred Heart Center believes all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or any other nonperformance factors.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Eagle Butte, SD 57625: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Advocate: 1 year (Preferred)
• Social work: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Bilingual (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Certified Social Worker (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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