Counselor Advocate - PT Swing
$43,680–$53,040,000 year
On-siteLos Angeles, California, United States
Job Summary
Maintain a safe work environment and supervise shelter participants with dignity while resolving issues proactively and creatively. Organize multiple activities to meet external and internal deadlines, demonstrating respect and courtesy in all communications. Work with minimum supervision in a field and office setting, handling crisis safety planning and troubleshooting problems as they surface. Ensure sanitary conditions in client rooms and communal areas, and engage participants in positive interactions. Respond promptly to all aspects of communication and handle emergencies that may occur daily, nightly, or overnight.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED or Equivalent
- Use of own vehicle; responsible to carry all auto insurance legally required in State of California
- Valid California Drivers License
- Trustworthy, honest, and team player
- Ability to supervise shelter participants with dignity and respect at all times
- Must engage participants in positive interactions and troubleshoot problems as they surface
- Must exhibit sound decision-making ability related to crisis and safety planning
- Ability to work with a diverse population and implement cultural responsiveness
- Able to maintain confidentiality
- Able to supervise sanitary conditions at all times in all areas including, client proms, general areas, and communal living areas
- Willingness to work flexible hours as needed, and handle emergencies which may occur daily, nightly, or overnight
- Understanding of Domestic Violence Survivor population and their specific needs for services
- Willingness to receive 40-hour Domestic Violence Training
Desired Qualifications
- Bilingual English and Spanish
- Experience in social services program or case management preferred; 24-hour shelter experience
- Extensive experience working in social services field with direct experience related to provision of case management services
- Experience working in communal living or shelter environment
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