Shelter Advocate: Transform Lives, Safety & Hope

HELPING ALL VICTIMS IN NEED; Kittanning (Armstrong County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Helping All Victims in Need (HAVIN) is seeking a Shelter Advocate to support residents experiencing homelessness or housing instability due to family violence. You will guide intake, connect residents with resources, and promote safety, wellbeing, and progress toward stability.

Join a nonprofit team committed to confidential, trauma-informed care. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, data recording, and coordinating with staff to ensure a nurturing, secure environment on-site.

Qualifications

• Complete HAVIN's domestic violence/sexual assault training program.
• Must undergo drug test, and criminal clearances including FBI and child abuse.
• Must be able to walk up and down two flights of stairs and lift up to 30 pounds.
• Must have a valid PA driver's license.
• Training/knowledge of domestic violence/sexual assault issues preferred.
• Strong crisis intervention skills with calm under pressure.
• Excellent conflict management and communication skills in sensitive situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to shelter residents by addressing immediate needs and guiding intake processes.
• Ensure safety on-site through crisis intervention and de-escalation.
• Assist with childcare activities to support families and a nurturing environment.
• Collect data on resident progress and program outcomes; maintain records and data entry.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Conflict management

Communication skills

Team player

Record keeping

Education

HAVIN DV/SA training

Job description

Helping All Victims in Need (HAVIN) is seeking a Shelter Advocate to support residents experiencing homelessness or housing instability due to family violence. You will guide intake, connect residents with resources, and promote safety, wellbeing, and progress toward stability.

Join a nonprofit team committed to confidential, trauma-informed care. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, data recording, and coordinating with staff to ensure a nurturing, secure environment on-site.