Per Diem Domestic Violence Shelter Advocate- Greater New Haven

To create an environment that supports individual safety and breaks the cycle of domestic violence by providing services that include crisis intervention/safety planning, prevention programs, and public policy advocacy.

Requirements

• Complete all intakes and orient new residents and their children to the safe house
• Provide emotional support to help adults and children understand feelings and behaviors in response to abuse
• Collaborate with outside providers to ensure client’s needs are met
• Provide transportation for shelter clients
• Maintain an active presence at the shelter
• Provide clients with information and referral and resources outside of the domestic violence program
• Provide support groups as requested by Program Manager
• Responsible for Hotline coverage
• Assist client’s in developing safety planning
• Develop, monitor and update clients service plans
• Ensure all documentation is complete by end of shift
• Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of house
• Responsible for preparing rooms for intake and discharge
• Responsible for household, adhering to food inventory schedule and weekly grocery shopping
• Required to remain awake and alert on all shifts
• Attends training sessions, workshops, seminars as requested by supervisor or as needed for professional development
• Required to use own vehicle on company business or to transport clients
• Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health & Dental insurance
• Medical flexible spending accounts
• Paid family leave
• LTD & Disability coverage
• Life & AD&D
• Supplemental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) retirement plans
• Career advancement opportunities
• Employee referral program