Family Advocate
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Job Description
In this role the advocate will provide crisis intervention supportive counseling information and referrals and connect families to ongoing services provided onsite at UPMCs Childrens Advocacy Center. In addition the advocate also provides support to the YWCAs domestic and sexual violence programs assisting with hotline coverage shelter services safety planning and other crisisrelated services at the YWCAs main office.
Position Details:
- Hours: 37.5 hour work week; MondayFriday 8am4pm; some oncall as needed.
- Rate: $20.51 per hour
- The ability to maintain a professional demeanor dress appropriately and with an emphasis on treating others with respect while maintaining a positive attitude
- The ability to work independently while exercising good judgment and adhering to program policies
- Conducting oneself with responsibility accountability integrity and a drive for excellence
- Ability to balance assigned tasks and priorities daily
- Prior crisis intervention experience and/or experience working with victims
- Ability experience and willingness to work with children and families
- Advanced communication skills (written and verbal) proven deescalation skills along with interpersonal and time management skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word Excel)
- Bachelors degree in human services or related field with prior related work experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered
- Valid drivers license clean driving history and reliable personal vehicle. Proof of insurability may also be required
- Current FBI criminal and child abuse clearance or the ability and willingness to obtain
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible spending account
- Life Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Professional development assistance
- Pension retirement plan
- Paid time off
- 11 paid holidays
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
