Relief Staff Member

Gateway Domestic Violence Services • Aurora, CO

2d • $18

About The Position

Domestic Violence Nonprofit, with decades of proven success, is seeking part-time Relief Staff Members to join our team. WHAT WE DO Since 1979, Gateway shelters have provided caring, comprehensive services and safe shelter to adults and dependent children fleeing domestic violence. Our 24/7 shelters offer licensed counseling, emergency and extended-stay care, and court advocacy services for victims of domestic violence and their families, in Arapahoe County, Colorado. Working with Gateway provides an opportunity to serve the community and support our mission to prevent and eliminate intimate partner violence through counseling, residential care, and empowering people for social change. Learn more about us at: https://gatewayshelter.org/ THE OPPORTUNITY Under the direction of North Emergency Shelter, our Advocates provide case management services to victims of domestic violence that include crisis intervention, intake services, individual emotional support, advocacy and crisis line support. Our Advocates are adept at handling crisis situations and working with diverse populations. Relief /On-Call staff will be available to fill in shifts when staff members are on vacation or out sick. Shifts can be for a variety of hours and time shifts. This is a temporary, on-call role with a hiring pay rate of $18.00 per hour. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING Crisis intervention, screening, and assessment services to victims of domestic violence, including intake into our residential services. Provides advocacy support as needed; may serve as a liaison between local agencies and clients on an emergency basis. Track client progress notes. Interacts with clients and resolves disputes using mediation skills. Responsible for proper safety precautions and security procedures. Understands trauma informed care and how to use it in crisis situations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Counseling, Social Work or related field preferred, but related work experience will be considered.
• Experience in human services area with experience in counseling and crisis intervention, including a working knowledge of the dynamics of domestic violence helpful but related experience considered.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with domestic violence, knowledge of trauma informed care.
• Has a positive attitude and openness to supporting people in crisis.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Works effectively as part of a team to deliver overall services.
• CPR and First Aid certified, preferred.
• Bilingual skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Crisis intervention, screening, and assessment services to victims of domestic violence, including intake into our residential services.
• Provides advocacy support as needed; may serve as a liaison between local agencies and clients on an emergency basis.
• Track client progress notes.
• Interacts with clients and resolves disputes using mediation skills.
• Responsible for proper safety precautions and security procedures.
• Understands trauma informed care and how to use it in crisis situations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level