Transitional Housing Advocate

Bridges DVC

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Job Summary

Work with clients transitioning from DV Shelter to independent living.  Supportive Counseling, Budgeting, Referrals and Advocacy

Job Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed advocacy and case management, promoting an environment that honor’s the survivor’s experiences and choices in a way that assists them in achieving independent living, securing permanent housing, and gaining personal empowerment
• Assist victims in evaluating their level of danger (Danger Assessment)
• Reviewing safety plans related to their individual circumstances as the survivor’s safety is paramount in all services.
• Meet with transitional client once a week for two weeks after move-in date, every two weeks for one month, then once a month for 6 -12 months
• Work with the team to answer the crisis line when needed
• Provide active listening and supportive counseling that allows space for the client to regain a sense of control and attends to the specific roles of culture, community and spirituality in client’s life
• Practice self-reflection and cultural humility
• Assist client in assessing their strengths and identifying goals to becoming economically empowered
• Role model and educate client in problem-solving and conflict resolution techniques
• Provide budgeting assistance
• Provide access to financial advisor services from a trauma-informed perspective
• Encourage client to save money for permanent housing and provide savings techniques
• Provide job search techniques and referrals for job search assistance
• Provide information and referrals on continued education and scholarships as needed
• Provide ongoing referrals for community resources as needed regarding: safety, food security, childcare, emergency financial assistance, legal counsel, health insurance, mental health counseling, substance abuse counseling, support groups and permanent housing solutions
• Network and collaborate with community resource agencies, housing programs, and landlords on behalf of clients
• Respond to transitional client calls or emails by the next business day
• Provide transportation as necessary
• Provide child care referrals as necessary
• Maintain accurate and timely records
• Administer satisfaction of services survey
• Collect data and generate reports for grants as it pertains to transitional clients
• Attend scheduled meetings, trainings and staff meetings

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a related field preferred
• Experience in trauma-informed services working with survivors of domestic violence preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• Ability to lift 20+ lbs. 
• Valid Driver’s License
• Car insurance
• Ability to work in crisis situations as part of a team and individually
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Computer skills with Microsoft Products and comfortable in learning new software

Additional Information

Benefits

How to Apply

Email resume and cover letter to info@bridgesdvc.org

Details

• Date Posted: October 18, 2022
• Type: Part-Time
• Job Function: Programs and Service Delivery
• Service Area: Housing
• Start Date: 11/14/2022
• Salary Range: Negotiable
• Working Hours: 24 hrs. weekly flexible schedule