FAMILY CRISIS CENTER, INC.

DOMESTIC AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE CENTER

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Child/Parent Advocate Location: Shelter Facility

Reports To: Shelter Program Coordinator Directed by: DSVC Program Director

Purpose: To assist survivors of domestic and sexual violence, their families and friends through supportive services and advocacy, while encouraging social change through awareness and education.

RESPONSIBILITIES INLCUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Responsible providing supportive and advocacy services to program participants including but not limited to shelter assessments for adults and their children, program assessments, supportive services, referrals, emergency assistance, parenting information, etc.
• Responsible for creating a culture of empowerment and trauma-informed service delivery.
• Responsible for answering crisis line and completing required documentation.
• Responsible for advocating on behalf of survivors and their children within systems.
• Responsible to assist in creating a positive cultural environment of personal leadership, communications and teamwork within the shelter and throughout the agency.
• Responsible for maintaining health and safety standards in the children’s playroom, outdoor play area and other areas of the shelter facility and the administrative office where children play.
• Responsible for planning and conducting parenting and children’s support groups and activities.
• Responsible to maintain a working knowledge of resources and services available in the communities served to assist survivors.
• Responsible to network with medical professionals, court officers, school personnel, law enforcement, clergy and other professionals to encourage referrals.
• Responsible for publicizing available services, educate referral sources and increase service utilization within the communities.
• Responsible for documenting all information in regard to crisis calls and residential services as required by policy and procedure.
• Responsible to attend and participate in assigned agency meetings.
• Responsible for other duties as designated by the DSVC Program Director.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Higher education preferred. High school degree or GED equivalent required.
• Bi-Lingual Encouraged
• Experience in domestic violence or sexual assault field, volunteer experience, or related experience is suggested.
• Clear understanding of confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Knowledge and understanding of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse issues and trends.
• Knowledge of child development, parenting skills, parent/child bonding, and engaging children through activities individually and as a group.
• Knowledge of service area resources preferred.
• Knowledge of computer/internet programs to include Word, Excel, Outlook and Google Apps.
• Express commitment to the empowerment of women and children.
• Experience working with diverse people and groups.
• Experience maintaining personal/professional boundaries and managing stress constructively.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Manage and resolve conflict.
• Excellent initiative, integrity and strong sense of professionalism.
• Possess valid Kansas driver’s license, clean driving record, access to reliable transportation, & proof of current liability insurance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Convey detailed and/or important instructions or ideas accurately, audibly, and quickly.
• Hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information.
• Manual dexterity and able to use wrists, hands and/or fingers in repetitive motion.
• Prepare and/or inspect documents and communications on computer or on paper.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Bending, lifting, and carrying up to 40 pounds (donations/commodities).

WORK SCHEDULE

40 hours per week, non-exempt 12:00p – 8:00p Monday - Friday

Alternating weekends on-call. Holiday work may be required. No staff member shall be required to work two consecutive Holidays.

MILEAGE AND EXPENSES:

Mileage and expenses shall be reimbursed as per Policy and Procedure manual.

This position is grant funded.

BENEFITS

Sick, Vacation, Personal leave, worker’s compensation insurance, employer paid health insurance, and employer paid life insurance. Additional health insurance coverage is available for families at a cost to the employee. *This agency is not eligible for Unemployment.

*All matters concerning the Family Crisis Center and the clients are to be kept in

strictest confidence.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• On call
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Great Bend, KS 67530: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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