Counselor Advocate -Sojourn
$42,120–$50,960 year
On-site · Los Angeles, California, United States or Culver City, California, United States
Job Summary
Counselor Advocate provides direct shelter and support services to adult and child victims of domestic violence under supervision, delivering trauma-informed crisis intervention, safety planning, and empowerment-based care. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate documentation, conducting eligibility screenings, facilitating adult and child support groups, coordinating transportation to court and appointments, supervising shelter participants, training and supervising volunteers, and building partnerships with local agencies. Requires strong communication, confidentiality, cultural responsiveness, and ability to operate basic computer functions; high school diploma or GED and California driver’s license are required. Bilingual Spanish is preferred. This 100% onsite, full-time role involves crisis response, advocacy, and operations within a DV shelter program and related services.
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
- Ability to handle communications with public, TPC staff and volunteers via phone or in person.
- Literate with the ability to operate basic computer functions.
- 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
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