House Advocate - Casual/As-Needed
House Advocate - Casual/As-Needed
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Job Description
To maintain the smooth operation of the Safe House and Crisis Line and support clients as needed.
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 guests 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 others).
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.
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.
Associate degree in social service 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.
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.
Casual/As-Needed Benefits
403b Retirement Plan
Chicago Paid Leave Time accrual
EAP
Employment Type
Part-Time
