Shelter Advocate

PT Shelter Staff Position

Reports To: Executive Director and Shelter Supervisor

Rate of Pay: $18.00 Per Hour

Work Schedule: Primary work hours are overnight and weekends. Times and days may vary.

Training: 20-hr Crisis Counseling/Dynamics of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Human Trafficking. Training provided by REACH of Macon County.

Work Description:

· Provide direct client services including intakes, supportive counseling, accessing needs, providing information and referrals, goal setting, and some transportation as needed

· Handle day-to-day operations of shelter, oversee MANNA and USDA food program, and completing record-keeping and paperwork.

· Maintain confidential paperwork, client files and perform data entry.

· Coordinate with other staff and community agencies, and perform additional duties as assigned.

· Cover crisis line as needed.

· Coordinate shelter client activities and meetings.

· Support an environment that encourages client growth, health, and safety.

· As needed, assist Court Advocate in providing information, accompaniment, Victim Compensation assistance and other court advocacy duties.

Skills:

· Friendly and patient personality

· Ability to follow instructions

· Neat and Efficient

· Ability to work independently

· Computer/phone skills a plus

· Human relations/social service skills a plus

· Supportive and understanding of philosophy and mission of REACH of Macon County.

· Minimum of a 2-year degree, currently degree seeking, and/or related job experience

Additional Benefits:

· One free floating holiday to recognize and honor the employee’s birthday, usable at any time with prior approval from the Executive Director.

· Eligibility for an annual holiday supplement, although other benefits are not included for PT positions.

The Mission of REACH of Macon County is to eradicate domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking crimes in our community through prevention, intervention, and educational services. REACH also takes affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.