Shelter Victim Advocate - Crisis Support

Rural Resources Community Action; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 29,825 - 32,263; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental insurance options

Vision and Life insurance

403(b) retirement plan

8 hours paid vacation per month

11 paid holidays per year

Job summary

Rural Resources Community Action in Davenport, WA is seeking a full-time Shelter Victim Advocate for its Victim Services Department. The role involves providing crisis intervention, advocacy, and case management for victims of domestic violence and other crimes. Candidates should have an associate’s degree and two years of relevant experience, including crisis intervention. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. Salary ranges from $21.65 to $23.42 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• An associate’s degree in related areas of study.
• Two years’ experience working in social services, including crisis intervention.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and advocacy for victims.
• Conduct intake assessments with clients.
• Develop individualized safety plans for clients.
• Manage long-term case management for safety and stability.
• Act as a liaison between clients and service providers.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Advocacy counseling

Case management

Community resources awareness

Education

Associate’s degree in related areas

Job description

Rural Resources Community Action in Davenport, WA is seeking a full-time Shelter Victim Advocate for its Victim Services Department. The role involves providing crisis intervention, advocacy, and case management for victims of domestic violence and other crimes. Candidates should have an associate’s degree and two years of relevant experience, including crisis intervention. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. Salary ranges from $21.65 to $23.42 per hour based on experience.