Safe House Advocate, Domestic Abuse Project of Delaware County

Posted by Domestic Abuse Project of Delaware County on July 23, 2018

The Domestic Abuse Project of Delaware County works to prevent domestic violence and empower victims to move towards self-sufficiency. DAP provides counseling, advocacy, legal services, and emergency shelter to victims.

The Safe House Advocate reports directly to the Shelter Manager, is a part-time staff member and provides coverage as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

* Provide coverage for 24-hour hotline;
* Conduct screenings and intake for clients entering the Shelter, including orienting new residents to the site and acquainting them with safe house rules and regulations;
* Provide crisis intervention and options counseling to residents as needed;
* Monitor residents’ adherence to Shelter policies and procedures;
* Conduct exit interviews with residents leaving the Shelter;
* Assist with the assignment and monitoring of resident chores;
* Complete scheduled housekeeping and maintenance tasks, including resident room checks;
* Monitor government food supplies and assure compliance with required procedures;
* Input statistical information on computer database as needed;
* Maintain up-to-date, accurate client records;

OTHER DUTIES:

* Submit daily service logs and bi-weekly time sheets;
* Participate in staff meetings and in-service training as appropriate;
* Other duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent experience

Knowledge/Skills Required: Strong communication and problem solving skills, ability to work independently and as a team player, ability to work with diverse populations and in a multi-disciplinary setting.

Experience Required: Minimum one (1) year’s experience in service-related field

Preferences: Knowledge of domestic violence issues and the social service system, experience in crisis intervention experience working in a residential setting.

Nights and Weekends are required. Some Holidays are required.

Available shifts are: 7am-3pm / 3pm-11pm / 11pm-7am

Please email resume and cover letters to;

Joy Cason
Shelter Manager
jcason@dapdc.org
610-565-4590