Alternating Weekend Advocate

Unity House of Troy • City of Troy, NY

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Domestic Violence program at Unity House of Troy has openings for a part-time Alternating Weekend Advocate position for either morning 7:30AM-3:30PM or evening 3:30PM-11:30PM. This role provides coverage for staff, ensuring the satisfactory and safe functioning of the Domestic Violence emergency residence. The advocate will engage in victim-centered and trauma-informed interactions, provide crisis intervention, and manage necessary resources and paperwork.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• 1-2 years previous experience working with victims of domestic violence
• Hotline and crisis management experience preferred.
• Reliable transportation
• A valid NYS driver's license is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide coverage for staff, while ensuring the satisfactory and safe functioning of the Domestic Violence emergency residence.
• Answer phones and texts including the Unity House Domestic Violence Hotline and NYS Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault/PREA Hotlines.
• Handling miscellaneous site issues.
• Engage in ongoing victim-centered and trauma-informed interactions with program residents.
• Provide crisis intervention.
• Obtain necessary resources, and complete associated paperwork.
• Promote an environment of inclusion and belonging.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees