Respite DSV

Unity House of Troy Inc; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Unity House of Troy Inc is seeking Respite Staff for their Domestic and Sexual Violence Shelter in Troy, NY. This is a per diem role ideal for individuals seeking additional hours, with at least one shift required monthly to stay active.

The responsibilities include providing support to shelter staff and clients, offering counseling, and ensuring a safe environment. Candidates must have a high school diploma and relevant experience in crisis management.

Qualifications

• Experience in crisis management, especially in domestic violence situations.
• Must have a valid NYS driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide coverage for staff.
• Engage in ongoing interactions with program participants.
• Provide supportive counseling with program participants.
• Assist participants in understanding entitlements.
• Handle emergencies or crises as needed.
• Assist staff to ensure shelter functions efficiently.
• Promote an environment of inclusion.

Skills

Crisis management

Hotline experience

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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Respite DSV

Respite Troy, NY, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1974

Unity House of Troy is currently looking for Respite Staff for our Domestic and Sexual Violence Shelter.

This is a Per Diem position. Perfect for those who are looking for extra hours. Please be available to work at least one shift per month to remain active.

Responsibilities

• Provide coverage for staff
• Engage in ongoing and regular interactions with program participants
• Provide supportive counseling with program participants
• Assist participants of shelter to understand entitlements afforded to them.
• Assist with emergencies or crisis as needed
• Assist full-time and part-time staff to ensure safe and efficient functioning of the shelter
• Promote an environment of inclusion and belonging.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Hotline experience.
• Crisis management experience, domestic violence experience preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid NYS driver's license.

Unity House is a Rensselaer County-based human service agency that provides a wide range of services to meet the otherwise unmet needs of people in our community who are hurting and struggling. We assist those who are living in poverty, adults living with mental illness or HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, and children with developmental delays. We work to achieve social justice in our community and to create a better understanding of those we serve.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we commit ourselves to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, age, sex, creed, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, national origin, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, military status, pregnancy related condition, arrest and/or criminal conviction record, or any other category protected by law, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

Join us in helping people impacted by domestic violence.