Shelter Advocate

Position Overview:

Provide direct service advocacy to victims of domestic and sexual violence including crisis intervention, support, general advocacy, referral and education.

Specific Tasks:

• Respond to crisis calls, shelter requests, and phone calls by directing callers to the appropriate resource or staff person as necessary.
• Support women and families residing at the shelter with daily needs and crisis intervention.
• Communicate with other full-time staff and volunteers regarding ongoing facility, program, and client needs.
• Follow all agency policies and procedures.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.
• Maintain values of dignity, empowerment, and respect with all clients, callers, staff, and volunteers of the agency and program.

Training Required:

Volunteer Interview, Volunteer Orientation, Background Check, Information Session, 50-hour Domestic/Sexual Violence training (certificate included), attendance at any additional volunteer meetings.

Time Commitment:

Minimum of 3 shifts/ month for a minimum of 6 months. Shifts are 3-5 hours at a time (available days, evenings, weekends and holidays). Mandatory direct service volunteer meetings (quarterly).

Benefits to Volunteer:

• Engaging with women, children, and families in crisis
• Free initial and ongoing training
• Volunteer newsletter including highlights and upcoming agency and community events
• Supporting agency mission of working to end sexual and domestic violence