PT Weekend Evening Bilingual Shelter Advocate

Cherokee Family Violence Center; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Cherokee Family Violence Center, Inc. in Canton, GA is seeking a Weekend Shelter Advocate to support victims of domestic violence. This part-time role involves crisis hotline work, safety planning, referrals, and assisting guests in our shelter.

Shifts run Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am. Prior DV experience is preferred, but training is provided. You will work with a compassionate team to ensure safe, supportive shelter operations during weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Experience with victims of domestic violence preferred; training available.
• Weekend availability required.

Responsibilities

• Answer hotline calls and assess caller safety.
• Provide referrals and assist with shelter placement.
• Support clients in shelter with safety planning and crisis response.

Job description

Are you looking for a part-time job that can help change the lives of others?

Cherokee Family Violence Center provides emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence. We are currently looking for a Weekend Shelter Advocate. This position involves answering hotline calls, determining if caller is in immediate danger, safety planning with caller, providing referrals, locating shelter as needed, and assisting clients in our shelter. The ideal candidate for this job is someone that is looking for a job with purpose and helping others. Experience working with victims of domestic violence is preferred but are willing to train the right person.

The hours are Saturday & Sunday 7:00 pm to 7:00 am