Trauma-Informed Crisis Advocate (Overnight)

Center For Women And Families Inc; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Center For Women And Families Inc in Louisville, KY seeks an Emergency Services Advocate to deliver immediate crisis intervention, trauma-informed support, and advocacy for survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault. The role includes working in a 24/7 emergency shelter, responding to hospital calls, and assisting residents with daily living needs.

The position requires a bachelor's degree or at least 3 years of crisis intervention or shelter experience, strong de-escalation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; or 3+ years crisis intervention/shelter experience may substitute for degree.
• Experience in trauma-informed crisis response and shelter-based services.
• Ability to maintain boundaries and collaborate in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver immediate crisis intervention and trauma-informed support.
• Provide advocacy services to survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault.
• Staff a 24/7 emergency shelter and respond to hospital calls.
• Support shelter residents with daily living needs.
• Participate in overnight crisis services and maintain client safety.
• Complete and document case notes using appropriate tools.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Active listening

De-escalation

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Organization

Time management

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Professional boundaries

Power-based violence awareness

Driver's license

Background check compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Or minimum of 3 years crisis intervention/shelter experience substitute for degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case documentation tools

Job description

Center For Women And Families Inc in Louisville, KY seeks an Emergency Services Advocate to deliver immediate crisis intervention, trauma-informed support, and advocacy for survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault. The role includes working in a 24/7 emergency shelter, responding to hospital calls, and assisting residents with daily living needs.

The position requires a bachelor's degree or at least 3 years of crisis intervention or shelter experience, strong de-escalation and