Per Diem Overnight Shelter Advocate

Title: Per Diem Shelter Advocate

Department: Residential

Salary Range: $20-$22 per hour

Status: Per Diem

Grade: Non-exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The Per Diem Overnight Shelter Advocate will provide services under the supervision and direction of the Director of Residential & Senior Shelter Advocate.

The Per Diem Overnight Shelter Advocate will incorporate Housing First Models as the primary modality in the home to assess and match the clients needs. The Client Advocate is expected to participate and coordinate within a team setting including but not limited to the Shelter Coordinator the Child Advocate and Residential Counselor.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS & ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BSW or commensurate experience.
• Bilingual (Spanish-English) required.
• Must demonstrate cultural competency through either experience or education.
• Must have some knowledge and understanding of domestic violence and trauma.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent verbal written and public speaking skills.

• Knowledge of computer programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Power Point Outlook).

• Valid Drivers License and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work with diverse communities.
• A highly motivated self-starter.
• A Per Diem Shelter Advocate must maintain a reasonable presence and be available for emergency situations.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Answer and help the 24-hour domestic violence hotline.
• Refers clients to YWCA internal programs providing counseling workforce development childrens services legal services and other needed services as well as appropriate community resources for services not covered by YWCA Union County.
• Refer and link clients to appropriate services in the community that promote greater self-sufficiency. Monitor the clients follow-through with these services.
• Maintain Clients files.
• Perform client intake and needs assessment including completion of all required paperwork for residents.
• Conduct initial pre-screen of clients to determine the need for support in all domains of clients life to deliver affirming inclusive and survivor-centered case management services as well as an in-stabilization housing plan.
• Coordinate clients participation in community events as needed.
• Attending staff meetings conferences and training as directed.
• Represent agency as required at community events health fairs etc.
• Conduct outside presentations as required.
• Responsible for modeling healthy boundaries respectful behavior and open communication
• Provide Director of Residential Services and Shelter Coordinator with information on potential problems and assist in the development of solutions and/or innovative approaches to problems.
• Responsible for cleaning clients room and preparing for new clients.
• Other duties as assigned by Director of Residential and Shelter Coordinator.

Desired Skills Knowledge and Abilities

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required.

• Ability to always project a professional demeanor.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Exercises mature judgment
• Proficient knowledge in processing confidential information
• Ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects/tasks.
• Good problem solving and conflict resolution skills.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

While performing the job this position typically involves sitting standing climbing stairs walking carrying (25lbs) lifting (25lbs) bending stooping and reaching. This position also requires operating a computer keyboard firm/strong grasping and repetitive hand control. The position also requires the ability to complete forms in personal writing make and receive telephone calls and operate office machines (copier fax and printer). This position is also subjected to outside environmental conditions.

PERSONAL TRAITS

• A person of unquestioned honesty and integrity; values transparency.
• A person who values substance in their work.
• Self-assured yet self-effacing in support of an effective team.
• Willing to provide extra effort whenever necessary to accomplish goals.
• Well-developed political skills and personal diplomacy.
• Self-directed and goal-oriented while remaining flexible as needed.
• An individual with a passion for serving the public good.
• Spark imagination and creativity

NOTE: This job description is a broad outline of the responsibilities and duties of the Part-Time Shelter Advocate and will be amended as needed to meet the program priorities of the YWCA Union County and their ensuring work requirements. This job description should not be construed as a contract.

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Integrity in relationships practices and decisions.

Respect for each ones roles diversity and viewpoints.

Compassion in understanding attitude and action.

Empowerment to create positive choices recognize potential and reach goals.

Excellence in practice and expectation.