SafeNest · 1 day ago
Hope Advocate
Las Vegas, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$19.23/hr - $21.63/hr
1+ years expSafeNest is a leading force in the fight to end domestic and sexual violence, dedicated to providing support to survivors. The Hope Advocate role involves offering advocacy, options, and referrals to domestic and sexual violence survivors, while assisting them in achieving their self-defined goals.
CharityNon ProfitService Industry
Responsibilities
Responsible for all client intake and ongoing support functions through the agency’s client base
Conduct check-ins with clients and provide necessary follow-up advocacy
Support survivor safety and assist with safety planning including the residential clients
Provide advocacy on behalf of clients working with community-based systems such as law enforcement, courts, social services, mental health providers, and substance abuse services
Accompany clients to appointments to secure financial assistance, explore long-term housing options, arrange for childcare, and obtain legal assistance
Provide legal advocacy including assistance with protection orders, survivor’s compensation, divorce filings, child support and criminal/civil court support
Identify resources within the community and maintain good working relationships with community programs helping clients
Immediately report suspected child abuse and neglect to Child Protection Services
Help with other direct services components of programming as needed
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of client file management
Develop and maintain good working relationships with key local and statewide contacts
Maintain professional and effective working relationships with other organizations, community leaders, and perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Robust understanding of issues facing survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and other violent crimes
Commitment to providing client-centered, empowerment-based services to survivors of crime
Bachelor's Degree from accredited institution
1-3 years professional experience with increasing responsibility
Remarkable interpersonal skills and self-awareness
Strong attention to detail
Able to pass background check and drug screen
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, proof of insurance and clean driving record
Some evening, weekend, and overnight availability
Preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish
Bachelor's degree in social services field
Impeccable written and oral communication skills
Some evening, weekend, and overnight work will be involved
Company
SafeNest
Serving Clark County since 1977, SafeNest is Nevada’s largest and most comprehensive charity devoted solely to domestic violence issues.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Robert Dawson
Chief Operating Officer
Angela Reyes
Chief Program Officer
Recent News
Las Vegas Review Jurnal
2022-07-14
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