Crisis Intervention Advocate Job at End Domestic Abuse Wisconsin
Application deadline: February 28, 2023
Employer: DAIS - Domestic Abuse Intervention Services
Location: 2102 Fordem Avenue, Madison, WI
Crisis Intervention Advocate – Domestic Abuse Intervention Services (DAIS)
Full-Time (1st shift & 3rd shift openings, 5 shifts/week)
Pay range: $19-20/ hour + $0.75 shift differential for time 11pm-7am + benefits
Be an anchor during the storm. Our Crisis Intervention Advocates often serve as the gateway to our services providing the first point of contact for many of our clients. Your compassion and guidance will help support survivors, their friends, their families and other concerned community members as they begin their healing journey. The first step is often the most difficult and you can ease that by reducing their isolation and letting them know they are not alone. You will connect with our clients through our 24/7 helpline, in person as a walk-in client or as a referral through our law enforcement referral program. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of survivors. See our website for more information! https://abuseintervention.org/jobs/
Primary responsibilities
- Provide trauma informed direct services to victims of domestic violence and callers to our helpline
- Provide assistance with safety planning, problem solving, information and referrals
- Respond effectively to challenging situations with clients
- Take appropriate steps to deal with emergency situations with the goal of maintaining the safety of all clients
- Respond to referrals from Madison Police Department
- Assist in on-site emergencies as needed
Qualifications
There’s no such thing as a perfect candidate. You don’t need 100% of the preferred qualifications to add incredible value to our team. Our clients come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees. If you’re passionate about what you could accomplish here, and you meet the minimum requirements of the position, we’d love to hear from you. Persons of color and LGBTQIA+ individuals are encouraged to apply, as the strength of our team stems from our diversity. DAIS is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Required:
- Excellent written and verbal skills
Preferred:
- A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, though relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
- Experience working with victims of trauma and their children
- Knowledge of domestic violence issues
- Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Experience in crisis intervention
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
Application instructions
How to apply:
- Submit the following 3 things:
- Cover letter – tell us a little about yourself
- Resume – tell us what you’ve done in the past
- DAIS Application for Employment
- Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.
- Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
- Complete applications may be submitted:
- Via email as an attachment to: daisemployment@abuseintervention.org
- Via fax or US Mail (address & fax number available on website)
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