Full Time Crisis Advocate

Children's Home Society of South Dakota; Sioux Falls (SD); Vor Ort; USD 28.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

4 day work week

Health insurance options

Vision and dental coverage

Employer-paid life insurance & AD&D

Short & long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement up to $200/month

Up to $1,000 referral bonuses

40 hours PTO upfront + 10 paidholidays

Zusammenfassung

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Crisis Advocate to provide crisis intervention services and support shelter activities with trauma-informed, equity-focused care. You will engage with individuals and families, perform case-related tasks, and help maintain a safe shelter environment while supporting community impact and compassionate service.

The role emphasizes collaboration, strong communication, and sensitivity to diverse cultural backgrounds, with a 4-day work week and

Qualifikationen

• Education: High School Diploma/GED required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Three years experience in human services preferred.
• Valid driver’s license referred.

Aufgaben

• Crisis Intervention: Respond to crisis telephone calls, in-person crisis counseling sessions, and shelter intakes and departures.
• Outreach Services: Make referrals and coordinate services with other providers; provide Court Advocacy as assigned.
• Data Management: Complete necessary forms and documentation.
• Professional Development: Complete required annual training and maintain certifications.
• Shelter Activities: Assist with shelter programs and supervise children staying in shelter as assigned.
• Training: Assist with training needs of staff, interns, and volunteers.
• Safety, Policies and Procedures: Ensure safety standards and infection control policies are followed.

Kenntnisse

Team player

Effective communicator

Organized

Respect for diversity

Ausbildung

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Education, or Human Services

Jobbeschreibung

Description

Work For Good!

$20/hour (DOE) + up to $2/hour shift differential

Schedule:

Week 1:

Tuesday 2p - 12a, Wednesday 2p - 12a, Thursday 2p - 12a, Saturday 2p - 12a

Week 2:

Sunday 2p - 12a, Monday 2p - 12a, Thursday 2p - 12a, Friday 2p - 12a

Position Overview:

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Crisis Advocate to provide crisis intervention services to individuals and support various shelter activities. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.

By joining our team, you will make a difference every day-creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Benefits of Employment at CHS:

• Work-Life Balance: 4 day work week
• Comprehensive Benefits: Equal up to 30% of your salary . Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High Deductible Health Plan with HSA), vision, dental, employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term & Long-Term Disability, and additional voluntary life and critical illness plans.
• Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
• Competitive Compensation: $20/hour (DOE) + up to $2/hour shift differential with yearly merit-based raises
• Generous Paid Time Off: Includes a generous PTO package with 40 hours upfront, 10 paid holidays, and 8 hours 'Day of Service' for volunteering in the community.
• Retirement Plans: Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and an up to an additional 5% profit sharing . Employees are 100% vested after 4 years of credited service.
• Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What You Will Do:

• Crisis Intervention: Respond to crisis telephone calls, in-person crisis counseling sessions, and shelter intakes and departures. Respond to the needs of shelter clients. Assist in making CPS reports. Complete client follow-up call backs. Transport clients as necessary. Assist with case management duties as assigned.
• Outreach Services: Make appropriate referrals and coordinate services with other service providers. Provide Court Advocacy as assigned.
• Data Management: Complete necessary forms and documentation.
• Professional Development: Complete required annual training. Maintain required certifications and proficiencies. Attend assigned meetings.
• Shelter Activities: May coordinate and facilitate shelter and non-shelter programs as assigned. Assist in keeping the shelter clean and orderly. Care for and supervise children staying in shelter as assigned.
• Training: Assist with training needs of staff, interns and volunteers.
• Safety, Policies and Procedures: Ensure safety standards and infection control policies are followed.

What We’ll Love About You:

• You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
• You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
• You are able to effectively communicate.
• You align with our mission, vision, and values.
• You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
• You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
• You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma/GED required. Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Education, or Human Services preferred.
• Experience: Three years experience in human services preferred.
• Licensure: Valid driver’s license referred.

Salary Description

$20.00/hr + up to $2/hr shift differential