Survivor Services Program Advocate

Second Day; Town of Vermont (WI); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Generous time off

Retirement plan

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

Voices Against Violence in Wisconsin seeks a Program Advocate to provide direct support and advocacy to survivors within our shelter program and coordinate services with other systems alongside the advocacy team.

This role will back up primary services including hotline support, outreach, legal advocacy, family support and general advocacy; the organization offers a strong benefits package and opportunities to contribute to community safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Human Service field or equivalent experience.
• Ability to relate to a wide variety of people in a non-judgmental, positive and competent manner.
• Respect for diversity across race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, religion, culture, class or age.
• Willingness and ability to work independently during overnight or weekend shifts.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record and access to reliable transportation and willingness to travel within the service area.
• Ability to uphold safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support and advocacy services to survivors within the shelter program and coordinate services with other systems alongside the advocacy team.
• Backup for primary services: hotline support, outreach, legal advocacy, family support, and general advocacy.

Skills

Non-judgmental communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Job description

Voices Against Violence in Wisconsin seeks a Program Advocate to provide direct support and advocacy to survivors within our shelter program and coordinate services with other systems alongside the advocacy team.

This role will back up primary services including hotline support, outreach, legal advocacy, family support and general advocacy; the organization offers a strong benefits package and opportunities to contribute to community safety.