Crisis Shelter Associate

Crisis Shelter Associate Help break the cycle of violence and assist survivors in rebuilding their lives by becoming part of the Violence Intervention Program ( team. Though our emergency shelter, you will offer compassion and hope to adult and child victims of domestic violence as they transition to a life free from abuse. As Crisis Shelter Associate you will:

• Maintain a safe, secure, comfortable environment by overseeing shelter activities and organizing self-care and group events

• Answer the domestic violence/sexual assault hotline

• Provide crisis counseling, safety planning, and information/referrals to residents and callers on the hotline

• Coordinate intake into the shelter

• Accompany victims to hospitals and police stations

• Assist with case management

The foll owing hours/shifts are available:

• Full-time position works 40 hours/week, 12 PM - 8 AM, weekdays [eligible for $1.50/hour additional shift pay]

• Part-time position works 16 hours/week, 8 AM - 4 PM, weekends [eligible for $0.65/hour additional shift pay]

• Part-time position works 16 hours/week, 4 PM - 12 AM, weekends [eligible for $1.00/hour additional shift pay]

• Part-time position works 16 hours/week, 12 AM - 8 AM, weekends [eligible for $0.65/hour additional shift pay]

• Substitutes work hours as needed by the program, with additional shift pay for qualifying shifts.

Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED/HSED; one year of relevant experience in domestic violence, counseling, or human services; New York State Department of Health Rape Crisis Certification within six months of employment; valid, unrestricted New York State driver’s license and reliable transportation.

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• Standard Start Rate - education and experience meet job requirements

• Advanced Start Rate - education and experience exceed job requirements (subject to approval)