Crisis Advocate; Part Time

Overview

Job Title: Crisis Advocate (Part Time)

Department: Client Services

Reports To: Crisis Advocate Hotline Managers

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Hours per week: 24

Salary Range: $17.11 - $20.00 / hr

Since 1977, Safe Nest has been a leading force in the fight to end domestic and sexual violence. Dedicated to a holistic and innovative approach, Safe Nest works tirelessly with survivors, abusive partners, and children impacted by interpersonal violence. With a steadfast commitment to breaking the cycle of abuse, Safe Nest serves over 11,000 clients annually, delivering more than 170,000 life-changing services.

As Nevada’s largest provider of interpersonal violence services, Safe Nest’s impact is driven by its exceptional team of professionals. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and an empowering work environment. Together, we are building a safer, more compassionate community.

The position is responsible for performing trauma-based first responder crisis intervention with survivors of domestic violence in the field, including hospitals with the Las Vegas Metro Police Department and volunteers of the PS417 program, assessing a victim's safety and immediate needs to provide the highest level of care and support. When not in the field, the Advocate acts as backup support personnel to the Crisis Hotline Advocates by providing trauma-informed crisis intervention over the phone and chat/text line.

The position involves efficiently processing legal emergency protection order documents online. In addition to in-field first responder crisis intervention, this role provides safety planning, information, and referrals to victims. The work schedule and days off will depend on department needs.

• Ascertain survivor's needs and provide crisis intervention.
• Utilize all resources to offer every victim options for a safer place, safety plan, and resources.
• Keep abreast of domestic violence services and resources to deliver high-quality service.
• Log every call into the database to ensure accurate and complete data collection.
• Adhere to Safe Nest's client-focused, trauma-informed policies and procedures while performing day-to-day activities to ensure successful operation within the department.
• Utilize knowledge in trauma-informed care to provide the best response to victims on site.
• Exhibit positive teamwork by collaborating with volunteers and/or staff on difficult calls.
• Provide support to and maintain positive communications with the PS417 Volunteers.
• Act as a point of contact for a pool of volunteers on each shift.
• Provide support to the Crisis Advocate Hotline staff, answering phones when not in the field.
• Complete Emergency Protection Orders over the phone.
• Adhere to agency standards of ethics and confidentiality.
• All other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• AA degree in human services, social work, victims' services, criminal justice or related field, and one year of social services experience. A combination of experience and education may be considered.
• Excellent written and oral communication with consideration of all audiences, including but not limited to victims in crisis, judges, and law enforcement.
• Knowledge and understanding of community resources.
• Adaptability to manage competing demands, changes in the work environment, and situations at hand.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate empathy, compassion, and care to all callers.
• Ability to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Strong…