Weekend Part-Time Shelter Advocate — Crisis Support

YWCA Northeast Kansas; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

YWCA Northeast Kansas is seeking a Part-Time Shelter Advocate to provide crisis intervention and advocacy for residents of the Center for Safety & Empowerment’s shelter. The role supports victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking within the shelter and crisis hotline setting.

Reporting to the Assistant Shelter Manager, you will respond to calls, assist with intake, ensure safety, coordinate referrals, and help maintain shelter operations on Saturdays and

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of dynamics of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking.
• Knowledge of local community resources and support services.
• Sensitivity to the needs of others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for crisis engagement.
• Ability to function in a crisis setting with frequent interruptions.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and travel within service areas.
• Commitment to YWCA mission and values, including racial equity and social justice.

Responsibilities

• Offers information and crisis counseling to 800 number callers, referrals to community agencies and resources (crime victims compensation fund, mental health services, etc.).
• Meets victims at the hospital for domestic violence or sexual assault support.
• Conducts initial shelter screen and intake for victims of domestic and/or sexual violence.
• Orients new shelter residents and completes necessary paperwork.
• Monitors residents in community living, addressing any concerns that arise per Shelter policy manual.
• Assures resident and staff safety by taking necessary emergency measures.
• Assists in maintaining shelter cleanliness and orderliness. Examples: shelter laundry, donation management, stock kitchen, clean/set up bedrooms for the next shelter resident.
• Documents relevant shift information in log and provide verbal “briefing” to oncoming staff and staff back-up as needed.
• Documents all calls and completing weekly, bi-weekly, and/or monthly paperwork for supervisor.
• Attends monthly Shelter Staff Meetings.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Crisis counseling

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Transportation

Travel within service areas

Cultural sensitivity

Job description

YWCA Northeast Kansas is seeking a Part-Time Shelter Advocate to provide crisis intervention and advocacy for residents of the Center for Safety & Empowerment’s shelter. The role supports victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking within the shelter and crisis hotline setting.

Reporting to the Assistant Shelter Manager, you will respond to calls, assist with intake, ensure safety, coordinate referrals, and help maintain shelter operations on Saturdays and