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Intervention Advocate                                                                                             Posted 10.22.2021

​You are seeking meaningful work in an environment where your voice and contribution has value. We’re seeking committed, compassionate staff who want to make a difference in the lives of others. Together, we make a small, supportive team providing safety, resources, and advocacy to victims of domestic and sexual violence in Josephine County.
WCST seeks committed, passionate individuals to join our small team of advocates providing critical services to survivors of violence and their families. If meaningful work inspires you and teamwork drives you, consider joining our vibrant, dedicated staff by becoming a Intervention Advocate at WCST.
 
Position Summary: Work as an integral part of Women’s Crisis Support Team by providing advocacy and support to survivors of Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault/Stalking, through in person advocacy and our 24/7 crisis line.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Retirement Contribution Match, Employee Assistance Program, generous PTO, Quarterly Self Care Days, and Paid Holidays.
Rate of Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Answer the 24/7 crisis line and provide phone advocacy
  • Provide in-person direct services to clients including crisis intervention, advocacy-based counseling, legal and medical advocacy, information and referrals, safety planning, and other supportive services
  • Access all needed resources and information for survivors
  • Help survivors obtain Temporary Restraining Orders, Elder Abuse Restraining Orders, Sexual Assault and Stalking Orders, and advocacy in both civil and criminal courts
  • Provide transportation for people we serve
  • Provide Client Feedback forms to persons served
  • Log statistical information for monthly statistical reporting
  • Facilitate the Family Abuse Awareness Class for both men and women
  • Provide presentations at volunteer/staff training and community partner agencies
  • May be asked to represent WCST at community partner meetings
  • Appropriately manage confidential information
  • Model appropriate advocacy skills to volunteers
  • Respond after hours to requests for emergency in-person advocacy for survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault on a 24/7 basis during the rotation week 
  • Attend staff meetings of the WCST and to attend any mandatory staff trainings 
  • Other duties as assigned
 
Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • AA/BA with an emphasis on crisis intervention or a minimum of 2 years of experience in crisis intervention
  • Successful completion of Women’s Crisis Support Team 40+ hour advocacy training program (may be completed after hire)
  • Knowledge and ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities
  • Bilingual (English-Spanish) and/or Bicultural preferred
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence, sexual assault and the impact on adult and child survivors
  • Knowledge of community advocacy, peer counseling, and agency networking.
  • Demonstrated ability to remain calm, make sound decisions, give clear direction and provide strong leadership in crisis situations
  • Experience working with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking preferred
  • Must have excellent judgment, communication and strong interpersonal skills. Must be well organized, creative, empathetic and people oriented
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google+ (email, calendar, docs)
  • Must have transportation, current insurance coverage, and a valid driver’s license.  Background check and DMV Driving Record review required
 
WCST takes great pride in being an Equal Opportunity Employer.