Community Shelter Resident Advisor (PT/3rd Shift) - Community Shelter Campus

The SAFE Alliance; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 24,094 - 34,316; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan contributions

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Springdale is seeking a part-time Resident Advisor for the Community Shelter Campus. This role involves providing immediate support to residents, working collaboratively with shelter staff, and fostering a welcoming environment. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in a related field and experience in crisis intervention. The position offers an hourly salary of $21.20, with no remote work option. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan contributions.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years crisis intervention experience preferred.
• Knowledge of issues related to domestic violence and homelessness preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate support to residents in the Community Shelter.
• Work closely with other shelter employees to meet residents' needs.
• Create an inclusive and client-focused environment.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Advocacy

Calm under stress

Client-focused

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field

Job description

Community Shelter Resident Advisor (PT/3rd Shift) - Community Shelter Campus

Resident Advisor - PT/3rd Shift (Community Shelter Campus)

SAFE Alliance seeks one (1) Resident Advisor (PT/3rd Shift) for the Residential & Support Services program in the Community Shelter department. The primary responsibility of the Resident Advisor (RA) staff is to provide immediate resident support to those we serve in the Community Shelter. The RA staff work closely with all other shelter employees to ensure the needs of the shelter residents are met and that the services provided promote the safety, healing, and empowerment of survivors residing in the shelter. The RA staff will assist in creating an environment that is welcoming, inclusive, and client focused.

SAFE Alliance

The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. We are dedicated to ending violence through prevention, advocacy, and comprehensive services for individuals, families, and communities that have been affected by abuse.

In the past two years (23-24), our community outreach and education has provided over 12,000 adults and youth violence prevention training. The number of forensic exams provided at Eloise House numbered over 300. Our various housing and shelter programs provided over 700 survivors per day with safe housing and shelter. Over 120 survivors fleeing sex trafficking received services through our CARES program and over 27,000 callers/chats/texts, walk‑in advocacy, crisis intervention and face‑to‑face emotional support has been provided through our 24/7 confidential SAFEline.

No matter what your role at SAFE Alliance you will make a difference, because together we can Stop Abuse For Everyone.

We are looking for one (1) person to work on a part‑time, non‑exempt basis for an hourly salary of $21.20 dependent upon experience. The work location will be based at our new Community Shelter Campus in the Pecan Springs‑Springdale area. This position will include no travel in the community or between campuses with no ability for remote/hybrid work. The shift currently available is Saturday & Sunday 12am (midnight) to 8am.

Perks and Benefits of Working at SAFE Alliance*

• Employee Only: Health insurance, short‑term disability, and life insurance are employer paid with an option to purchase additional dependent coverage.
• Eligibility for Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
• 8 standard paid holidays throughout the year.
• Depending on your date of hire, up to 4 personal holidays are granted to use at your preference throughout the year.
• A comprehensive voluntary benefits plan that includes dental, vision, flexible spending, and various insurance programs including pet insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with an ability to contribute immediately. You can earn an employer match of 100% up to 1% of your pay and a discretionary contribution of 2% of your pay whether you contribute to the Plan, after one year of eligible service.
• SAFE Alliance benefit plans are effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.

*Benefit plans and benefit start dates are prorated based on date of hire and hours worked. Eligibility in employer paid benefits, paid time off and holidays are dependent upon full‑time employment status and/or hours worked and may be subject to change.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field preferred, or equivalent years of professional‑level relevant experience is acceptable in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree.
• One to two years crisis intervention experience preferred.
• Knowledge of issues and systems related to domestic violence, sexual abuse, human trafficking, child abuse and homelessness preferred.
• Experience providing direct service advocacy or case management services.
• Ability to work in a high‑stress, fast‑paced environment while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor.
• With reasonable accommodation, this position requires the manual dexterity to sufficiently operate phones, computers, and other office equipment.
• Visual acuity capable of drafting, editing, reviewing, and/or comprehending materials in a standard typeface size 10 font or above, are required.
• Be capable of sitting and standing for extended periods of time, as well as be able to intermittently push, pull, or lift 20+ lbs. of force.
• Occasional exposure to adverse working conditions, including the performance of work in cramped and/or awkward positions, and exposure to safety hazards, loud noise, traffic, and inclement weather conditions is possible.
• This position requires completion of the 40‑Hour Office of Attorney General Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program in person within six (6) months of starting employment, along with participating in annual continuing education throughout your employment.
• Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check if applicable), as well as a pre‑employment drug screen and TB test, if applicable.
• All employees are required to comply with policies regarding COVID‑19, which may be subject to change. COVID vaccines are still highly recommended, and we encourage employees to get vaccinated if they are able.

Application Information and Instructions

• We do NOT accept applications or resumes via email, LinkedIn or any other social media messaging service.
• Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. You will be contacted via email regarding the status of your application whether you have been selected or not to move forward in the process.
• All new employees regardless of status will be required to start their employment on either the 1st or 16th of the month. If the 1st or 16th falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the start date will be moved to Friday or Monday, respectively.
• All employees will be required to attend a three‑day new employee orientation that is held both in‑person and virtually the first three business days of the month.
• If you or someone you know are in need of our services, please call 512.267.7233, text 737.888.7233 or chat at safeaustin.org/chat.