Overnight Weekend Residential Domestic Violence Advocate

Child and Family Services of Erie County, Inc.•Buffalo, NY

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Haven House Domestic Violence Shelter is seeking an energetic, empathetic individual that wants to make a direct and positive impact on the lives of individuals experiencing domestic violence and their children. Join the dedicated team of advocates in Erie County's only licensed domestic violence shelter. There are two Part-Time Shifts available- Shift Information: Saturday-Sunday 12am-8am

Requirements

Bachelor of Social Work degree (BSW) or any related field; or Associates Degree with experienced required.
Must have a Valid NYS Driver’s License and continued automobile insurance.
Be able to function as a member of a team.
Work within a busy, fast-paced office setting
Abide by a smoke-free work environment.
Work a variety of shifts on a rotating basis to include evenings, weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual skills (English/Spanish) appreciated.
Prior domestic violence experience or prior experience working with victims of trauma appreciated.
CPR or nursing skills appreciated.
Familiarity with or clinical training in the areas of mental health and substance abuse appreciated.

Responsibilities

Remain alert at all times. All shifts are awake shifts. Employee is not permitted to nap or sleep at any time during their working hours.
Individual supportive listening/counseling services to adult shelter residents and conduct crisis intervention as needed.
Conduct group sessions, when needed, to include House Meetings support groups, conflict resolution sessions, etc.
Retain up-to-date case files and progress notes.
Maintain necessary records, statistical information, activity sheets, documentation, logs that are pertinent to the position and to the program to ensure the flow of communication.
Engage in case conferences and case reviews as assigned.
Attend program meetings regularly and initiate and engage in creative programming to benefit shelter residents or staff.
Meet the primary needs of residents during an assigned shift (i.e., token distribution, supplies, etc.)
Meet the needs of working in a 24-hr residential facility (i.e., assist with cleaning, filling supplies, etc.)
Transporting residents in an agency vehicle to their appointments.
Engage in community presentations, if necessary.
Provide administrative duties (making copies, compiling client intake files, etc.) as needed.
Provide legal and social services advocacy for shelter residents.
Provide coverage for the crisis telephone hotline.
Remain cognizant about any physical plant emergencies that must be rectified or security breaches that must be reported.
Models and practices sensitivity, fair treatment and acceptance of diversity in all interpersonal interactions.
Participates and contributes to program Quality Improvement process.
Promote the empowerment of all people as defined by the Social Work profession and Domestic Violence Movement, adhering to the principles of trauma-informed care
Perform other related duties deemed necessary by program coordinator.
Must maintain and submit all of the required documents and comply with all aspects of the Vehicle Safety and Usage Policy.
Utilize Agency phone and email systems following standard customer services protocol. This includes: answering the telephone in a timely and professional manner, directing calls appropriately and returning phone and email requests promptly. Demonstrate excellent phone etiquette and customer service skills. Also demonstrate knowledge of agency programs and services.
Maintain positive working relationships with program staff and others within the agency. Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills during interactions with internal and external customers.