Hope Advocate
Hope Advocate
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11-04-2025
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Job Description
Job Title: Hope Advocate
Department: Client Services Advocacy
Reports To: Hope Advocate Manager
FLSA Status: Hourly / NonExempt
Hours per week: 40
Hourly Rate: $19.23 $21.63 / hr
Department: Client Services Advocacy
Reports To: Hope Advocate Manager
FLSA Status: Hourly / NonExempt
Hours per week: 40
Hourly Rate: $19.23 $21.63 / hr
Overview of SafeNest
Since 1977 SafeNest has been a leading force in the fight to end domestic and sexual violence. Dedicated to a holistic and innovative approach SafeNest works tirelessly with survivors abusive partners and children impacted by interpersonal violence. With a steadfast commitment to breaking the cycle of abuse SafeNest serves over 11000 clients annually delivering more than 170000 lifechanging services. As Nevadas largest provider of interpersonal violence services SafeNests impact is driven by its exceptional team of professionals. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset which is why we offer competitive salaries comprehensive benefits and an empowering work environment. Together we are building a safer more compassionate community.
Job Summary
The Hope Advocate provides support advocacy options and internal and external referrals to domestic and sexual violence survivors. This position requires a commitment to assisting survivors (including those in our residential sites) achieve selfdefined goals the ability to establish and maintain professional boundaries strong communication skills and acceptance of social and cultural diversity.
Primary Responsibilities
Direct Client Services
Responsible for all client intake and ongoing support functions through the agencys client base.
Conduct checkins with clients and provide necessary followup advocacy.
Support survivor safety and assist with safety planning including the residential clients.
Provide advocacy on behalf of clients working with communitybased systems such as law enforcement courts social services mental health providers and substance abuse services.
Accompany clients to appointments to secure financial assistance explore longterm housing options arrange for childcare and obtain legal assistance.
Provide legal advocacy including assistance with protection orders survivors compensation divorce filings child support and criminal/civil court support.
Identify resources within the community and maintain good working relationships with community programs helping clients.
Immediately report suspected child abuse and neglect to Child Protection Services.
Help with other direct services components of programming as needed.
Indirect Client Services
Compile quantitative and qualitative data.
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of client file management.
Develop and maintain good working relationships with key local and statewide contacts.
Maintain professional and effective working relationships with other organizations community leaders and perform other related duties as assigned.
Compile quantitative and qualitative data.
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of client file management.
Develop and maintain good working relationships with key local and statewide contacts.
Maintain professional and effective working relationships with other organizations community leaders and perform other related duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Robust understanding of issues facing survivors of domestic violence sexual and other violent crimes.
Commitment to providing clientcentered empowermentbased services to survivors of crime.
Bachelors Degree from accredited institution.
13 years professional experience with increasing responsibility.
Remarkable interpersonal skills and selfawareness.
Strong attention to detail.
Able to pass background check and drug screen.
Valid drivers license reliable transportation proof of insurance and clean driving record.
Some evening weekend and overnight availability.
Desired Qualifications:
Bilingual English/Spanish.
Bachelors degree in social services field.
Impeccable written and oral communication skills.
Some evening weekend and overnight work will be involved.
This job description is not intended to be allinclusive; the employee will be expected to perform other reasonably related job duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or other management as required.
Physical Requirements and Work Conditions
The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to lift 25lbs.
Must be able to communicate verbally in English so that callers residents and staff can understand and communicate effectively.
Office is located within a confidential shelter and an additional administrative office. The noise level in the work environment varies.
Equal Opportunity Employer
SafeNest is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or
perceived race creed color religion national origin ancestry citizenship status age
disability sex marital status veteran status gender identity sexual orientation genetic
information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws.
Employment Type
Hourly
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