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Verified Pay check_circle $18 per hour
Hours Part-time
Location Festus, Missouri

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Job Description
Description
Support Survivors and Promote Safety as a Domestic Violence Shelter Advocate
(Internal Title: Victim Advocate)

This is a PRN, as-needed position. On-call, days, evenings and overnights are required as needed.

Join our compassionate team dedicated to empowering adults and children affected by domestic and sexual violence. As a Domestic Violence Shelter Advocate, you’ll provide direct crisis support, safety planning, and educational advocacy within our shelter, helping survivors access vital resources and rebuild their lives. This role is a crucial part of our mission to Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness. in our community.

This is a great opportunity for someone who:
Is passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of survivors, enjoys working in a dynamic, supportive shelter environment, and is motivated by providing compassionate crisis intervention and community education. 

If you want to be part of a caring team that fosters resilience and safety for survivors, this role is for you.


Key Responsibilities
  • Respond promptly and effectively to crisis hotline calls, providing referrals and support
  • Assist shelter residents with immediate needs, safety planning, and goal-setting
  • Facilitate community support groups and participate in resident recreational and social activities
  • Complete timely intake paperwork and maintain accurate records
  • Support shelter operations including donation management and facility sanitation
  • Provide transportation to residents as needed and available; driving is an essential function of this position
  • Participate in ongoing professional training and agency meetings
  • Care for shelter’s resident animals, contributing to a healing and home-like environment

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
High School diploma or GED preferred

QUALIFICATION(S): WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Valid driver’s license and agency-established minimum automobile coverage required

You’ll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:
  • Have a genuine desire to support survivors of domestic and sexual violence with empathy and respect
  • Are a dependable, flexible team player who can respond calmly in crisis situations
  • Enjoy hands-on work that balances direct client support with operational tasks
  • Value a mission-driven workplace focused on community healing and wellness
  • Are eager to learn and grow within the field of trauma-informed care

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Posting ID: 1253723339 Posted: 2026-06-05 Job Title: Domestic Violence Shelter Advocate