Advocate - Part Time

Job Description Summary: Provide advocacy support and empowerment to residents at A Woman's Place (an inclusive domestic violence shelter in Greeley, Colorado). Position is 26 hours per week working Thursday and Friday from 1pm-6pm and working on Saturday and Sunday from 4pm to midnight.

Job Responsibilities

1. Maintain confidentiality of client information and the safehouse location.

2. Provide crisis phone line coverage.

2. Provide individualized advocacy support to participants (intake, needs assessments, and create individual service plan).
4. Empower residents and assist with safety planning and community resources.

5. Complete accurate documentation.

6. Assist with maintaining shelter cleanliness including client rooms, common areas and receiving donations.

7. Work cooperatively with other staff, interns, donors, and community housing partners.

8. Be flexible to assist with a variety of situations on a case-by-case basis
9. Maintain accurate and timely data records of activities, client notes, phone logs, financial assistance, and other services provided.

Skills and Abilities

1. Ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines and manage workflow.

2. Proven computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.

3. Strong ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

4. Strong attention to detail.

5. Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks.

6. Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

7. Bilingual preferred.

Requirements

Education: Associates Degree OR equivalent work experience.

Experience: 1-2 years of advocacy experience preferred. Knowledge of housing, womens issues, domestic violence, and community resources preferred.

Physical Demands: Typing, Bending, Twisting, Standing, Climbing Stairs, Reaching above shoulder height, Lifting/Carrying up to 40 pounds.