Shelter Advocate - Overnight

Sojourner Center; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Sojourner Center in Phoenix, AZ seeks a part-time Overnight Support Specialist to provide safety, resources, and transportation for individuals and families affected by domestic violence. You will work with the Lead Case Manager, handling administrative tasks, coordinating releases of information, and connecting clients with community resources.

Responsibilities include one-on-one support, researching services, collaborating with partner agencies, and ensuring client needs are addressed while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; OR Associates degree in a related field plus two (2) years of related experience; OR High School Diploma plus four (4) years of related experience.
• Ability to obtain a Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card, CPR, and First Aid certification.
• Valid Arizona Driver License, proof of automobile insurance, and Motor Vehicle Record acceptable to Sojourner Center’s insurance company.

Responsibilities

• Provides safety, support, and resources for individuals and families impacted by domestic violence and human trafficking.
• Engages with participants in one-on-one support and assists their assigned Lead Case Manager by completing operational tasks such as faxing, mailing, completing and signing of releases of information.
• Assists participants in identifying and addressing individualized needs by researching and offering resources, education, and collaborating with other agencies.
• Also responsible for providing transportation and appropriate resources.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field; OR Associates degree in a related field plus two (2) years of related experience; OR High School Diploma plus four (4) years of related experience.

Job description

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Phoenix, AZ, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1136

Salary Range: $20.00 To $20.00 Hourly

Job Description

Since 1977, Sojourner Center has been a safe haven from domestic violence for women and their children in Arizona. Since our founding, we have transformed lives by providing shelter and support services to more than 60,000 adults and children affected by domestic violence. We provide a broad spectrum of services to victims of domestic violence, while working with professionals in the field on education, research and advocacy with the goal of ending domestic violence.

Job Summary

Provides safety, support, and resources for individuals and families impacted by domestic violence and human trafficking. Engages with participants in one-on-one support and assists their assigned Lead Case Manager by completing operational tasks such as faxing, mailing, completing and signing of releases of information. Assists participants in identifying and addressing individualized needs by researching and offering resources, education, and collaborating with other agencies. Also responsible for providing transportation and appropriate resources.

*Part-Time Schedule, Overnight Shift

Rate of Pay: $20.00/hr. ($21.00/hour with bilingual assessment)

Education, Experience, and Other Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; OR, Associates degree in a related field plus two (2) years of related experience; OR, High School Diploma plus four (4) years of related experience.
• Prefer experience in family violence programs.
• Ability to obtain a Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card, CPR, and First Aid certification.
• Valid Arizona Driver License, proof of automobile insurance, and Motor Vehicle Record acceptable to Sojourner Center’s insurance company.

Physical Factors/Working Conditions

• Stands, walks, and sits continuously throughout the day.
• Reaches, stoops, bends, lifts, carries and manipulates up to 25 pounds.
• Utilizes computer to access Intranet/Internet and enter information into prepared forms.
• Some travel between work locations or in the community may be required.
• Has the potential to be exposed to infectious diseases and must use Universal Precautions.
• Required to spend time outside daily regardless of weather conditions.
• Has a risk of physical danger due to the nature of the population served.

Other Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a complete comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.