Job Title: Domestic Violence Advocate
Job Overview:
Bethany House Abuse Shelter is looking to hire a TWO full time Advocates to work EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS. One position will be scheduled to work Sundays 8a to 6p and Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays Noon to 10p. One position will be scheduled to work Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 10a to 8p. Both positions may require some overnights and holidays.
Both positions qualify for health insurance, Ky State Retirement, vacation and sick leave and 10 paid holidays. Both positions will provide direct services to victims of domestic violence and their children in the emergency shelter. Duties include answering crisis line, providing crisis intervention and emotional support, safety planning, intakes, etc to both adults and children. Services will be provided within a trauma informed care model.
One position will also include providing case management services. Knowledge of community programs and referral opportunities required.
High School Diploma and 2 years of human services experience required. Bachelor Degree with human services experience preferred. Clean driving record and clean background check required. Bethany House Abuse Shelter, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position may be paid in part or whole by state and federal dollars.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Patient demographics:
- Adolescents
- Adults
- Children
- Older adults
Schedule:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Somerset, KY 42501 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Somerset, KY 42501: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person