Advocacy Specialist-Shelter
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in a human services field is required.
A social work or master’s degree in social work/counseling with licensure in the state of North Dakota is preferred.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, have access to personal transportation and be willing to travel for client related activities including commuting between CVIC’s shelter and main office.
Upon hire, candidate will receive training to become certified by CAWSND to provide direct service to clients.
COMPENSATION: $36,999-$55,499 (midpoint $46,249) based on education and experience.
Benefits include a generous leave package including annual leave, sick leave and personal days; 11 paid holidays; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401k with employer match; mileage reimbursement for travel and potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
CVIC participates in the ND Working Parents Child Care Relief program.
SUPERVISED BY: Director of Shelter Services
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
RESPONSIBILITIES
Crisis Intervention
Assess abuse and sexual assault situations reported to the agency and make appropriate decisions regarding intervention to ensure safety of the victim and minors.
Make all necessary arrangements to provide safe housing, food, and other necessities to victims and minors during crisis periods.
Assist clients with protective order applications and provide referrals for civil legal representation.
Individual support and advocacy
Demonstrate professional listening skills in assisting clients with the evaluation of their life situation; the identification of possible courses of action; and the establishment of short- and long-term goals.
Assist clients with the development of life-coping skills including assertiveness, self-confidence, problem solving, and decision making.
Provide victims with accurate information about the criminal justice system, court procedures, protective orders, and law enforcement procedures.
Accompany victims to legal proceedings and/or medical examinations and provide appropriate support.
Provide assistance to clients to support them in becoming self-sufficient, including coordinated entry assessments and transportation as appropriate.
Organize and lead support groups as needed for victims of domestic abuse, and sexual assault, and human trafficking.
Assist the Director of Shelter Services with the overall operation of the shelter.
Is familiar with and follows safety policies.
Is knowledgeable of evacuation procedures and other emergency procedures.
Participates in keeping the facility clean and in good working condition.
Reports maintenance issues to the Director of Shelter Services and/or makes arrangements for repairs as needed.
Referrals
Be familiar with other related agencies and services and provide clients with appropriate referral information.
Record Keeping
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely records of all contacts with clients and other agencies, according to established procedures.
Maintain filing system, including cross-referencing, according to established procedures.
Record and compile demographics and statistical information according to established procedures.
Distribute and collect client surveys from victims seeking crisis and supportive services.
Participate on community committees as assigned to strengthen community partnerships and collaboration.
All other duties as assigned.
Be life changing with us.
Apply today by submitting a cover letter, resume and completing the employment application at https://cvic.
bamboohr.
com/jobs/.
Contact Kristina Stepps, Director of Human Resources at kristinas@cviconline.
org with any questions.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 19, 2024
CVIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans.
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