Description

WINGS Program, Inc. is looking to hire a part-time Awake Overnight House Advocate to keep our safe house running smoothly at night. Are you interested in social services and helping people who are experiencing domestic violence? Are you looking for a night job where you can make a difference in your community? If so, keep reading!

Objective: To maintain the smooth operation of the Safe House and Crisis Line, and support clients as needed during the overnight hours.

Key Responsibilities:

· Operate the Crisis Line by providing crisis intervention, counseling, education, safety planning, and referrals to callers

· Conduct and approve intake and eligibility evaluations to determine guest’s needs and appropriateness for services at the Safe House.

· Interact with guests in the community areas of the house and role model social skills, conflict resolution, parenting and other skills of daily living (this may include time management, self-care, conflict and stress management, parenting, budgeting and other).

· Supervise and coordinate activities related to house policies and chores.

· Identify guest needs and communicate these needs to the responsible staff member to secure donations and services.

· Conduct hourly rounds according to policy to ensure building is safe and secure, reporting any concerns to appropriate personnel

· Maintain timely, accurate records including up-to-date client files, statistics report, and census

· Update daily roster and shift reports.

· Assist with meals and mealtime during the shift.

· Assist in processing and storing donations as requested.

· Attend and participate in supervision, weekly group meetings, and other meetings as required.

· Conduct, attend, and participate in appropriate training and education.

· Immediately report child abuse to Department of Children and Family Services as mandated by law and in accordance with agency procedures.

· Work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Requirements

· Associates degree in social service, counseling, or closely related field, or equivalent job experience required

· 40-hour domestic violence training and CPR/First Aid preferred

· ICDVP credential preferred

· Food Safety and Sanitation Certification preferred

· Bilingual skills (Spanish, Polish, or Russian) preferred.

· Ability to stay awake during the overnight shift to perform required duties

· Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite

· Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

· Possess the ability to work efficiently and independently and be highly organized with attention to detail along with strong project management, interpersonal and problem-solving skills. 

· Skilled in working with sensitive issues and in maintaining professional boundaries with clients.

· Must demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, good judgment, and commitment to teamwork.

· Ability to handle physical requirements to accomplish daily responsibilities, including but not limited to lifting up to 35 pounds using both hands/arms on a regular basis, and occasionally standing for extended periods.

Do you have a positive, can-do attitude? Are you committed to providing a safe, non- judgmental environment? Are you able to accept, understand, and relate sensitively to people of varied social, economic, racial, cultural, and experiential backgrounds? Can you demonstrate active listening, encouragement, and counseling with guests while maintaining personal and professional boundaries? Are you able to handle high-stress situations? Can you join in our commitment to compassion, excellence, and innovation? If so, you may be the perfect addition to our safe house team!

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