Domestic Abuse Program Shelter Advocate

Domestic Abuse Program Shelter Advocate

FLSA STATUS: Exempt, Full-time, $20/hour

Under the supervision of the DAP Coordinator, provides crisis intervention, support services, and shelter coverage for domestic and sexual violence victims.

• Collects and maintains relevant statistics, including client case notes as required.
• Completes all required reports in a timely manner.
• Assists Program Coordinator in preparing grant reports.
• Attends all required agency meetings as scheduled.
• Has scheduled shifts of shelter coverage.

• Provides advocacy, crisis intervention, supportive counseling services to individuals affected by domestic and sexual violence.
• Provides advocacy for program clients throughout their stay in the shelter.
• Assists clients with filling out paperwork and filing restraining orders and ensures meeting with other advocate to attend RO hearing.
• Provides advocacy regarding legal, medical, financial, and other areas as needed by client.
• Provides information and referrals and general program and issue information.
• Provides assessment of individuals seeking shelter.
• Performs intake and exit interviews with shelter residents.
• Consults with Program Coordinator and other staff regarding shelter resident concerns.
• Acts as primary person to answer support line.
• Provides assistance with Crime Victim Compensation.

• Must possess ability to provide non-judgmental services.
• Must be familiar with the dynamics of domestic and sexual abuse on adults and children.
• Bi-lingual fluency is a plus.
• Driver’s license and insured, reliable vehicle are required.

The Women's Community Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer functioning under an affirmative action plan.