Interior Alaska Center For Non-Violent Living
Shelter Advocate
Interior Alaska Center For Non-Violent Living, Fairbanks, Alaska, United States, 99712
Responsibilities
Interact with clients and staff members in a manner that is respectful and empowering
Consistent and dependable attendance
Attend all mandatory staff meetings, program meetings, and training
Present a professional demeanor to the community through appearance, communication, and presentation
Essential Functions Advocacy
Engage in and role model direct conflict resolution and mediation
Maintain Confidentiality in accordance with Alaska Statute 18.66.200
Maintain a working knowledge of Federal and State laws that affect victims of domestic violence and sexual assault
Implement policies, protocols, and services designed to provide advocacy and support to victims who are or have experienced domestic violence and/or sexual assault or individuals who are impacted by domestic violence and/or sexual assault
Provide support services to victims and other individuals impacted by domestic violence, and sexual assault who are residing in emergency shelter, calling on the phone, a non-residential walk-in, or a partner or prior victim of a partner in batterer’s intervention Support services include active listening, safety planning, case planning, information, and referrals, and advocating with other community agencies
Provide advocacy to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence at the hospital as requested through law enforcement and forensic nursing
Provide case management to long-term residents and participants in transitional housing
Facilitate or co-facilitate groups as needed
Provide backup as necessary for court advocacy when the legal advocate is unable to attend
Be a referral source to the ANDVSA Legal Advocacy Project, ALSC, and IAC’s legal program
Maintain accurate client records including statistical records, file management, and summary of contacts according to IAC confidentiality policies and program procedures
Residential Shelter Management
Implement procedures to ensure the safety of the building
Communicate Maintenance Requests to the appropriate individual(s)
Address housing issues that require de-escalation and/or mediation
Coordinate house meeting; ensuring all safety and security procedures are discussed
Perform room checks
Cleaning of direct work space and shelter space as needed
Other Duties as assigned by the Shelter Manager
Minimum Qualifications
College education in Human Services or closely related field; sufficient job, school, or life experience may be used in lieu of the Associate’s degree
Excellent interpersonal, group, and written communication skills
Proficient with computers and ability to do data entry
Ability to handle sensitive issues in a mature, confidential manner with integrity and compassion
Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and lifestyles
Commitment to agency mission and goals
Ability to pass background check
Preferred Qualifications
Associate’s Degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work or a related field
Knowledge of Alaskan Cultures, Fairbanks community, and other social service agencies
Work or life experience in the field of domestic violence or sexual assault, including trainings and/or certificates in these fields
Supervision Directly responsible to the Shelter Manager & Shelter Assistant Manager
Hours Full time (40 hours per week) rotating shifts to provide 24-hour coverage. Current shift available is 2-10 p.m.
Benefits
403(b) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
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Interact with clients and staff members in a manner that is respectful and empowering
Consistent and dependable attendance
Attend all mandatory staff meetings, program meetings, and training
Present a professional demeanor to the community through appearance, communication, and presentation
Essential Functions Advocacy
Engage in and role model direct conflict resolution and mediation
Maintain Confidentiality in accordance with Alaska Statute 18.66.200
Maintain a working knowledge of Federal and State laws that affect victims of domestic violence and sexual assault
Implement policies, protocols, and services designed to provide advocacy and support to victims who are or have experienced domestic violence and/or sexual assault or individuals who are impacted by domestic violence and/or sexual assault
Provide support services to victims and other individuals impacted by domestic violence, and sexual assault who are residing in emergency shelter, calling on the phone, a non-residential walk-in, or a partner or prior victim of a partner in batterer’s intervention Support services include active listening, safety planning, case planning, information, and referrals, and advocating with other community agencies
Provide advocacy to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence at the hospital as requested through law enforcement and forensic nursing
Provide case management to long-term residents and participants in transitional housing
Facilitate or co-facilitate groups as needed
Provide backup as necessary for court advocacy when the legal advocate is unable to attend
Be a referral source to the ANDVSA Legal Advocacy Project, ALSC, and IAC’s legal program
Maintain accurate client records including statistical records, file management, and summary of contacts according to IAC confidentiality policies and program procedures
Residential Shelter Management
Implement procedures to ensure the safety of the building
Communicate Maintenance Requests to the appropriate individual(s)
Address housing issues that require de-escalation and/or mediation
Coordinate house meeting; ensuring all safety and security procedures are discussed
Perform room checks
Cleaning of direct work space and shelter space as needed
Other Duties as assigned by the Shelter Manager
Minimum Qualifications
College education in Human Services or closely related field; sufficient job, school, or life experience may be used in lieu of the Associate’s degree
Excellent interpersonal, group, and written communication skills
Proficient with computers and ability to do data entry
Ability to handle sensitive issues in a mature, confidential manner with integrity and compassion
Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and lifestyles
Commitment to agency mission and goals
Ability to pass background check
Preferred Qualifications
Associate’s Degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work or a related field
Knowledge of Alaskan Cultures, Fairbanks community, and other social service agencies
Work or life experience in the field of domestic violence or sexual assault, including trainings and/or certificates in these fields
Supervision Directly responsible to the Shelter Manager & Shelter Assistant Manager
Hours Full time (40 hours per week) rotating shifts to provide 24-hour coverage. Current shift available is 2-10 p.m.
Benefits
403(b) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
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