Weekend Shelter Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Safety. Hope. Empowerment.

Join LAWS as one of our Weekend (Overnight) Shelter Specialists

Do you have a passion for helping others in crisis? Are you seeking meaningful part-time work in a shelter setting? Would you like to join a values-driven nonprofit committed to diversity and ongoing professional development?

If so, we encourage you to apply!

ABOUT LAWS

Founded in 1984 as Loudoun Citizens for Social Justice, Inc., LAWS Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Services (LAWS) is Loudoun County's designated nonprofit to provide domestic violence and sexual assault survivors with services and supports. In addition to operating an emergency domestic violence shelter and a 24/7 survivor hotline, LAWS provides therapy, advocacy, and legal services to adult, youth, and child victims of domestic and sexual violence. LAWS also operates the Loudoun Child Advocacy Center for child abuse victims, and it works to stop violence before it starts with prevention and outreach programming. LAWS also runs The Resourceful Woman in downtown Leesburg – a thrift store that benefits LAWS services and provides survivors with clothing and household items.

Our mission is to provide victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse with safety, hope, and empowerment services to live as survivors free from the effects of violence. All services are confidential and free of charge.

The work of the LAWS team is meaningful, respected, and makes a real difference in our community.

THE WEEKEND SHELTER SPECIALIST ROLE

LAWS' Shelter Specialists supports adult and child survivors of domestic violence by (1) responding to hotline calls and (2) supporting clients in high danger who are referred to and stay in LAWS' DV shelter. The position maintains accurate data and documentation and generally assists with shelter upkeep. The working hours for this role is Sat/Sun from 12am-8am)

ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES

• Empathy
• Accountability
• Empowerment
• Adaptability
• Effective Communication

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma
• 1 year experience in direct human services role

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Ability to provide crisis intervention services
• De-escalation and conflict management skills
• Survivor-centered, trauma-informed, and empowerment-based practice
• Commitment to free, voluntary, confidential, and low-barrier services
• Cultural humility and responsiveness to underserved communities
• Understanding of domestic violence dynamics, safety planning, and survivor autonomy
• Commitment to language access, disability access, and meaningful service accessibility
• Ability to collaborate across programs and community partners
• Accurate documentation, data entry, and grant compliance practices
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
• Problem-solving and adaptability in a fast-paced environment

PREFERRED

• Bilingual/ Multilingual (Spanish)
• Experience answering crisis hotline
• Experience in shelter or residential setting.
• Experience working with VAdata
• Bachelor's Degree in a human service- related field (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Public Health).

LAWS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

LAWS IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

We know your time is valuable, so we offer a quick and easy application process. A cover letter is preferred, as it helps us learn more about your interest in supporting survivors and why you would like to join the LAWS team.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Post-Conditional Offer Contingencies: Criminal background, sex offender