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DOVES of Gateway, An Equal Opportunity Employer, has an opening a part-time victim advocate for immediate hire. The position will provide direct services to victims of domestic violence. 

Part-Time (Weekends / Overnights)

Duties:

• Performs admission paperwork and reviews shelter guidelines with new residents.
• Provides direct services to shelter residents, including facilitation of group meetings case plans, and safety plans.
• Answers shelter phone lines.
• Answers Crisis Hotline
• Assures that resident records are in order, correctly documented and maintained.
• Advocates for residents with other entities to ensure residents’ rights are protected.
• Makes referrals to resource providers.
• Provides transportation for residents. Pick up and document donations.
• Maintains upkeep on appliances and shelter property. Makes appropriate referrals for shelter needs.
• Assists victims in filling Emergency Protective Order/Temporary Interpersonal Protective Order (TIPO) petitions after hours when courthouse is closed.

Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• An ability to use good judgment, tact, diplomacy, and compassion.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written skills.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Must be willing to submit for background check and drug screening.
• Must have a Kentucky driver’s license and maintain a safe driving record.
• Strong leadership skills
• Must be certified in first aid every three years and blood-borne pathogens yearly.
• Will complete required Continuing Education Hours (CEU)
• Must be willing to work flexible hours

*Ideal candidate would have qualities such as: honesty, compassion, kindness, self-awareness, maturity, ability to problem solve/think critically, be willing to learn*

Salary: $17.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift (8a-4p, 4p-12a, 12a-8a)
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Weekend availability