Primary Advocate (w/Housing Focus)
Primary Advocate (w/Housing Focus)
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Job Description
Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 06.01.2025
Hourly Wage: $25.00 - $29.00 DOE
Hours Per Week: 40
Status: Non-Exempt / Full Time
Number of Positions: 1
Department: West Womens and Childrens Shelter
Position Title: Primary Advocate (w/Housing Focus)
The Salvation Army Mission Statement:
The Salvation Army an international movement is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
West Womens Mission Statement:
We create a safe nurturing environment for survivors to realize their potential for healing and growth as we work together to end domestic violence.
Application Instructions:
Complete the online job application upload a resume.
To apply online go to: Primary Advocate (w/Housing Focus)
To apply in person go to 6655 NE 82nd Ave. Portland OR 97220. Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Questions contact Barbara Dupaix at or call . Ms. Dupaix is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.
Recruiting Accommodation Statement:
To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process please contact 1- or email attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to prioritize multiple requests and demands from residents.
High level of problem-solving skills.
High level of patience.
A genuine concern for survivors of domestic violence and their children.
Maintain confidentiality and privacy.
Must be willing to advocate for equity diversity and inclusion.
SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE-RELATED SKILLS:
Utilize Microsoft Office 2010 or later Software
Answer and Telephone system
Use Networked computers and printers
Send and Receive from a Fax Machine
Use a Photo Copier and Scanner
Motor vehicle Experience as needed
Utilize and Understand Reporting Databases (such as Service Point Osnium MS Excel)
SCOPE OF POSITION: Establish and maintain advocacy relationships with participants in the Emergency Shelter program. This is done by performing screening intake advocacy and case management duties in accordance with the domestic violence coordinated access system for shelter access and housing placement for survivors.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide advocacy supportive services and case management to participants applying the assertive engagement and trauma informed care model.
Identify and make connections with resources which assist in participants increased safety self-sufficiency and housing stability.
Maintain ongoing professional relationship in all interpersonal contacts (note confidentiality and professional guidelines requirements).
Facilitate the screening and intake process with emergency shelter residents in accordance with the DV coordinated access system.
Complete Safety and Stabilization Assessments as necessary and log SSAs into reporting portal.
Develop weekly case management plans with participants with the goal of increased safety self-sufficiency and housing stability.
Maintain participant files with appropriate forms and information.
Close out files within 2 weeks of exit date and provide completed file to Supervisor.
Update all Service Point data for each participant by the 5th of the month.
Complete check requests with necessary documentation utilizing available client assistance funds.
Create a safety plan with each client responding to their unique needs.
Log pertinent information in a timely fashion.
Meet regularly with each participant.
Facilitate network meetings as applicable to participants needs.
Provide advocacy to assist in each participants housing placement.
Administer client/rental assistance as it is available to increase safety and housing stability.
Advocate support and encourage personal empowerment of the participant and within the shelter setting.
Perform appropriate statistical and data entry tasks in a timely fashion.
Work with both internal and external entities to increase the success and safety for each participant.
Provide front desk coverage as needed and required during your shift.
Ensure each exit process includes exit evaluation proper turnover of space and forwarding information to the front desk for all exited participant and is completed upon exit.
Always attend to the safety and security needs of the shelter.
Maintain high ethical standards in all case consultation with peers and outside agencies.
Uphold all confidentiality policies and procedures in accordance with agency policies and VAWA Standards.
Be present and on time for all staff meetings as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to sit walk stand bend squat climb kneel and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
Ability to grasp push pull objects such as files file cabinet drawers and reach overhead
Ability to operate telephone
Ability to operate a desktop or laptop computer
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (usually file boxes)
Ability to access and produce information from a computer
Ability to understand written information
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is a reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
Preferred: BA/BS in Human Services field plus experience in a social service setting working with vulnerable populations and/or trauma survivors
Considered: Equivalent work and life experience connected to working with vulnerable populations and/or Trauma Survivors
Training and experience in trauma informed care assertive engagement domestic violence housing non-violent communication crisis counseling is desired. Ability to work with various socio-economic ethnic and racial populations is a must. Must possess good written and oral communication skills and (or be willing to learn) knowledge of social services network; and commitment to non-violence in all interactions. Computer skills needed to perform tasks related to the position are required.
SUPERVISOR: Justin Moshkowski
Employment Type
Full-Time
