Survivor Housing & Shelter Advocate

CVOEO; St. Albans (VT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance;

Job summary

CVOEO is seeking a Housing Advocate for Voices Against Violence Shelter in Vermont. You will provide comprehensive services to participants needing emergency and permanent housing, through shelter and hotels, while maintaining confidentiality in survivor matters.

The role emphasizes building community resources, supporting self-sufficiency, and securing permanent housing for survivor clients. Starting pay is $26.00-$28.00 per hour, with a benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human service field or a combination of education and experience that provides comparable knowledge and skills.
• Knowledge of domestic and sexual violence issues preferred.
• Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Motivated and responsible with the ability to relate to a wide variety of people in a non-judgmental, positive and competent manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive housing services to participants needing emergency and permanent housing through shelter and hotels; maintain confidentiality in survivor matters.
• Develop, maintain and enhance relationships with community resources to assist survivor/victims in securing self-sufficiency and permanent housing.
• Travel within the CVOEO service area as needed.

Skills

Driver's license

Excellent communication

Empathy

Non-judgmental attitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human service field

Job description

CVOEO is seeking a Housing Advocate for Voices Against Violence Shelter in Vermont. You will provide comprehensive services to participants needing emergency and permanent housing, through shelter and hotels, while maintaining confidentiality in survivor matters.

The role emphasizes building community resources, supporting self-sufficiency, and securing permanent housing for survivor clients. Starting pay is $26.00-$28.00 per hour, with a benefits package.