The Crisis Center, Inc.
www.thecrisiscenterinc.org
Job Description

Position: Case Advocate/ Riley County
Responsible to: Senior Case Advocate & Director of Client Services

Primary Responsibilities: This position is responsible for providing advocacy services to victims and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. This position is based out of the Crisis Center’s safe shelter.

Specific Duties:

• Provide advocacy services, including but not limited to: crisis intervention, personal advocacy, medical advocacy, court advocacy, law enforcement advocacy, supportive counseling, information and referrals, and transportation.
• Participate in a monthly on-call rotation with other Crisis Center advocates.
• Develop and maintain relationships and points of contact with referral sources.
• Work with other systems in various communities, including the courts, law enforcement, and other social service providers, to increase victim safety and access to resources.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Requirements: Baccalaureate degree in related field; experience working with victims and/or in social services; ability to work directly in counties served, including any travel to and from as needed; ability to relate to diverse individuals and groups in a non- judgmental manner; ability to work with people from underserved or traditionally underserved communities; ability to handle and manage stress; ability to handle emergency or crisis situations; ability to maintain strict confidentiality; ability to identify and respond to the needs and concerns of victims of domestic violence and sexual assault; ability to be flexible; ability to work independently; ability to work effectively in chaotic environments; bilingual in English/Spanish preferred; residence in Riley County preferred. Must be able to pass criminal background and child abuse registry check. Each staff member of the Crisis Center must have reliable transportation at all times, possess a valid driver’s license and auto insurance, and be capable of lifting and carrying 20 - 30 pounds.

Benefits: Vacation and Sick Leave; Paid Holidays; Health Insurance with optional dental and cancer and hospital indemnity plans; Life Insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Healthcare Premium Reimbursement Accounts.

Employment Status: Full-time; Salaried, non-exempt

Location: This position is based in Manhattan, KS.

The Crisis Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Crisis Center does not consider race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or marital status in employment decisions. It is our policy to maintain a non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment, or bias based upon these or any other grounds in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Social Services: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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