Are you passionate about helping people heal? JCCDV is looking for people to staff our shelter after hours on an AS NEEDED BASIS. Work is scheduled primarily over night and on the weekends. All training will be provided.
As an employee of the Jennings County Council on Domestic Violence, the Shelter Advocate agrees, at all times, to maintain the confidentiality of each individual served by the organization. It is understood that victims are to be treated with dignity and served regardless of race, religion, creed, marital status or sexual orientation.
1. Shelter Duties – Is responsible for maintaining and supervising shelter clients and ensuring client and building safety. FINGERPRINTS AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED.
2. Client Services –Will provide direct crisis and intervention services to any victim of domestic violence or sexual assault seeking services at JCCDV. Assists the director working directly with victims who seek assistance in dealing with family conflict and abuse. Included is intervention in the form of non-judgmental active listening; identification of needs for referral to community, state and federal resources; and linkage of the victim and household members to resources. Provides assistance to victims in the filing for victim’s compensation and other necessary paperwork required by public agencies and accompaniment of victim to court hearings.
Provides case management to all clients whether in or out of shelter.
3. Clerical Duties – Has accurate computer ( Word, Excel, Publisher, Works) and typing skills
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $15.00 per hour
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This Job Is:
- A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
- A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)
- A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
- A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
- A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
- A job for which people with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Work Remotely
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
- Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
- People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
- Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
- Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
- Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
- Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
- High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment
- Background check is required for employment
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person