Overnight Dv Advocate

Shelter Staff:
The position is available for overnight at the Hope House, a domestic violence shelter for survivors who are fleeing a violent situation and in need of shelter. The current opening is for full-time.

Position Overview:
The Hope House advocate is expected to assist victims of domestic violence, also promoting trust and communication while the survivor is in the shelter. Provide participants with a multitude of services that will help them learn new skills to live a violent-free life. Duties include:
completing intake and discharge paperwork, responsible for crisis hotline calls, supervising and helping with daily chores, facilitating group classes, assisting restraining orders, and maintaining client files and inputting data. Willing to work days, swing, and overnights.

Qualifications:
Must have a genuine respect for and interest in families of diverse racial and ethnic identities; and an ability to form a supportive relationship with our participants and their children. Ability to practice all aspects of the Trauma-Informed Approach (training will be provided) and advocate for our participants. Must be able and willing to provide emergency hotline advocacy and crisis intervention. Complete the required training and incorporate the techniques taught. Must be able to pass CPR and First Aid Training, must maintain participant confidentially. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work as a team. Computer literate with Word, Excel, and Outlook. Must pass a background check and be open and honest about any convictions. High School diploma required, upper-level education desired but not required. Must have driver’s license and insurance. Must have First COVID Vaccine.

Pay: $18.00 - $90.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed

**Language**:

- Bilingual (preferred)

License/Certification:

- Driver's License (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Victorville, CA (preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

- Victorville, CA: Relocate before starting work (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (preferred)

Work Location: In person