Crisis Advocate - Harrisburg, United States - YWCA Greater Harrisburg

YWCA Greater Harrisburg

Verified Company

Harrisburg, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

The YWCA Greater Harrisburg is seeking a part-time professional to serve as On-Call Crisis Advocate to provide intervention and support services to individuals impacted by domestic and sexual violence.

In this role, the On-Call Advocate provides hotline counseling and crisis intervention, safety planning, shelter intake and support, legal and medical accompaniments, emergency protection order assistance, advocacy, and information and referrals.

This position is a hybrid position working from home but with a
mandatory ability to respond to the YWCA, hospital, or police department within 30 minutes of receiving a request for in-person services.

This position covers the overnight shift on Tuesday and Friday from 12:00 a.m. - 8 a.m. with the possibility of signing up for additional on-call shifts.

Applicants must be able to respond to requests for services up to 8:00 a.m. including in-person services. Applicants must also be able to attend a mandatory 2-week in-person training program Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Professional attitude and demeanor
Respect, accountability, and inclusivity
Selfdetermination, motivation, and initiative
Ability to respond professionally in crisis situations
Experience providing crisisrelated services
Exceptional organization, time management, and recordkeeping skills
Understanding of victim issues, including training in the area of crisis intervention, advocacy, and trauma
Knowledge of traumainformed practices
General knowledge of community resources, legal system, and law enforcement
Effective computer skills and ability to learn new case management software programs

To be qualified for this position, applicants must possess the following:

Bachelor's degree in human services, criminal justice or related field, or Associate's Degree with 2 years of relevant work history
Previous experience in providing advocacy, social work, human services, or other supportive services
Must have a reliable vehicle for travel within Dauphin and Perry Counties with valid driver's license
FBI, Child Abuse, and State Police Clearances

Compensation:
$50 stipend per on-call shift ($75 for holiday) plus hourly rate is $20/hour for actual time worked.

Pay:
$20.00 per hour

Benefits: