Safe House Advocate Part Time

JERSEY BATTERED WOMENS SERVICE INC; House (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Jersey Battered Women's Service, a private nonprofit agency in New Jersey, seeks a Safe House Advocate to support residents in our shelter and respond to crises. The role involves working per diem days, evenings, overnights, and weekends at a domestic violence service provider.

Responsibilities include helpline management, assessments, and crisis intervention, with strong emphasis on de-escalation, collaboration, and client-centered care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in social work or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in housing, vocational, and/or social services case management; crisis intervention experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answer the 24-hour helpline.
• Complete assessments and intakes.
• Monitor security cameras.
• Provide support to residential families in the program.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Conflict de-escalation

Case management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in social work or related field

Or at least 2 years of on-the-job experience in related setting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

AGENCY

JBWS is a private, nonprofit agency that provides safety, support, and solutions for abuse for anyone who faces the issues of intimate partner abuse regardless of severity of the abuse, marital status, income, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, or ethnicity. The vision of JBWS is to create a community-wide culture that refuses to tolerate the presence of any form of intimate partner violence. Empowerment of its victims and advocacy for social reform are at the heart of our mission and we are committed to advocating for the change necessary to achieve justice, equity, and inclusivity within our organization, our community and the systems with which we work on behalf of our clients. More than 75 paid staff and nearly 200 volunteers work together with the help of the community to fulfill the agency mission. JBWS recognized the impact of the work done in our space and we are committed to staff wellness. Our W.I.S.H. (Wellness Initiative Supporting Health) initiative focuses on the 8 dimensions of wellness, including physical, emotional, mental, etc. to support and educate our staff. JBWS is an equal opportunity employer. JBWS values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for a position at JBWS.

Job Description

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? Join the amazing team at the Shelter to provide support to callers and residents.

Position Responsibilities

JBWS is a full-service domestic violence agency serving Morris County. The Safe House Advocate will provide support to residents in our temporary shelter who have experienced victimization as a result of domestic violence. This program seeks qualified candidates to work per diem days, evenings, over nights and weekends. This individual works collaboratively and flexibly with clients and team members to meet the needs of those served.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Include But Are Not Limited To

• Answer the 24-hour helpline.
• Complete assessments and intakes.
• Monitor security cameras.
• Provide support to residential families in our program.
• Respond effectively to crisis situations.
• Make independent decisions based on good judgment.
• Understand the experiences of marginalized populations and communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in social work or related field, or at least 2 years of on-the-job experience in a related setting.
• Experience in housing, vocational, and/or social services case management; and experience utilizing crisis intervention skills.
• Ability to effectively manage conflicts and deescalate volatile situations.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Candidates with 40-hour domestic violence training preferred however candidates without training must complete 40-hours of domestic violence training upon hire

Schedule Requirements

All shifts are available, days, evenings, nights and weekends. Specific shifts include but are not limited to: Weekdays 5pm to 10pm and weekends 12pm – 5pm and 5pm – 10pm. No minimum number of shifts required per week.

Salary And Benefits

Range of $20 – $22 per hour based on experience, earned sick time based on hours worked, and wellness opportunities.

JBWS values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for a position at JBWS.

Passaic County 24-Hour Helpline & Referral: 973.881.1450

Morris County 24-Hour Helpline & Referral: 1.877.782.2873

Hablamos Espanol Interpreters Available

Mailing address: P.O. Box 1437, Morristown, NJ 07962

Tax ID: 22-2170048