Broward County, Inc.
Residential Advocates (Full time and Part time)
Broward County, Inc., Deerfield Beach, Florida, United States, 33441
Residential Advocates (Full time and Part time)
Compensation: Hourly rate $18.00 per hour with benefitsReports To: Residential Shift SupervisorsPosted: 06/18/2024Position Summary
Women In Distress is an accredited Not-for-Profit agency whose services include a 24 hour crisis hotline, emergency shelter and outreach services to survivors of domestic violence. The Residential Advocate will provide supportive, trauma-informed and survivor-directed advocacy services for domestic violence survivors in Women In Distress' Emergency Shelter program.Days/Hours
Full Time: Wednesday-Saturday, 7am-6pm; Part Time: Wednesday-Friday, 6pm-12am and Saturday, 4pm-10pm (3 positions); Part Time: Monday-Wednesday, 6pm-12am and Saturday, 4pm-10pm (2 positions)Qualifications/Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services related fieldTwo years of work experience in Domestic Violence preferredExcellent customer service skillsExperience working in a residential setting preferredBilingual Spanish preferredPossess a valid Florida driver’s license, safe driving record, and proof of automobile liability insuranceGenuinely helpful and sympathetic towards participantsEssential Job Functions
Utilizing best practice models to provide trauma-informed direct services to survivors of domestic violence, Advocates facilitate individual support services with participants including the registration and intake process, answering crisis calls on the hotline, providing guidance, crisis counseling, individual counseling, service or case management, crisis de-escalation, safety planning, file reviews, proper timely documentation, and facilitation of support groups. Maintain current and accurate records and files through proper chart documentation and/or data entry. Maintain inventory protocols and stocking pantry, and be comfortable interacting with pets.Utilize the empowerment model and maintain a non-judgmental attitude towards participant’s decisions. Model non-violent conflict resolution and take appropriate steps to deal with emergency situations with the goal of maintaining the safety of all residents.Ensure that all services provided are empowerment-based and consistent with Department of Children and Family (DCF) standards. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.Additional Notes
Ability to comfortably drive a 15-passenger van, requiredPet friendly interactions, requiredAll employees of Women In Distress are considered “essential” and as such are required to have flexibility as needed to remain onsite and/or assist during emergencies and other critical times. These positions may require working on holidays and during extreme weather conditions.Employee will be required to take the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Core Competency training and obtain a passing grade of 75% or higher.Send letter of interest & updated resume to dpsmith@womenindistress.org, Employment@womenindistress.org, kjones@womenindistress.org, or fill out the form below.Equal Opportunity Employment
Women In Distress does not discriminate by reason of race, sex, color, age, national origin, religion, mental or physical ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military reserve status, immigration status, or language spoken. All room assignments, activities, programs, etc. are provided in a non-discriminatory manner. Applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations are encouraged to contact Human Resources five days prior to the scheduled interview, so that reasonable accommodations may be coordinated.
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Compensation: Hourly rate $18.00 per hour with benefitsReports To: Residential Shift SupervisorsPosted: 06/18/2024Position Summary
Women In Distress is an accredited Not-for-Profit agency whose services include a 24 hour crisis hotline, emergency shelter and outreach services to survivors of domestic violence. The Residential Advocate will provide supportive, trauma-informed and survivor-directed advocacy services for domestic violence survivors in Women In Distress' Emergency Shelter program.Days/Hours
Full Time: Wednesday-Saturday, 7am-6pm; Part Time: Wednesday-Friday, 6pm-12am and Saturday, 4pm-10pm (3 positions); Part Time: Monday-Wednesday, 6pm-12am and Saturday, 4pm-10pm (2 positions)Qualifications/Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services related fieldTwo years of work experience in Domestic Violence preferredExcellent customer service skillsExperience working in a residential setting preferredBilingual Spanish preferredPossess a valid Florida driver’s license, safe driving record, and proof of automobile liability insuranceGenuinely helpful and sympathetic towards participantsEssential Job Functions
Utilizing best practice models to provide trauma-informed direct services to survivors of domestic violence, Advocates facilitate individual support services with participants including the registration and intake process, answering crisis calls on the hotline, providing guidance, crisis counseling, individual counseling, service or case management, crisis de-escalation, safety planning, file reviews, proper timely documentation, and facilitation of support groups. Maintain current and accurate records and files through proper chart documentation and/or data entry. Maintain inventory protocols and stocking pantry, and be comfortable interacting with pets.Utilize the empowerment model and maintain a non-judgmental attitude towards participant’s decisions. Model non-violent conflict resolution and take appropriate steps to deal with emergency situations with the goal of maintaining the safety of all residents.Ensure that all services provided are empowerment-based and consistent with Department of Children and Family (DCF) standards. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.Additional Notes
Ability to comfortably drive a 15-passenger van, requiredPet friendly interactions, requiredAll employees of Women In Distress are considered “essential” and as such are required to have flexibility as needed to remain onsite and/or assist during emergencies and other critical times. These positions may require working on holidays and during extreme weather conditions.Employee will be required to take the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Core Competency training and obtain a passing grade of 75% or higher.Send letter of interest & updated resume to dpsmith@womenindistress.org, Employment@womenindistress.org, kjones@womenindistress.org, or fill out the form below.Equal Opportunity Employment
Women In Distress does not discriminate by reason of race, sex, color, age, national origin, religion, mental or physical ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military reserve status, immigration status, or language spoken. All room assignments, activities, programs, etc. are provided in a non-discriminatory manner. Applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations are encouraged to contact Human Resources five days prior to the scheduled interview, so that reasonable accommodations may be coordinated.
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