Job Description
Domestic Violence Shelter Advocate
Department: DVC
Employment Type: Part Time
Location: Festus
Reporting To: Holly Porter
Compensation: $18.00 / hour
Support Survivors and Promote Safety as a Domestic Violence Shelter Advocate
(Internal Title: Victim Advocate)
Part-time position, 20 hours weekly. Monday, Wednesday and Sundays.
Join our compassionate team dedicated to empowering adults and children affected by domestic and sexual violence. As a Domestic Violence Shelter Advocate, you’ll provide direct crisis support, safety planning, and educational advocacy within our shelter, helping survivors access vital resources and rebuild their lives. This role is a crucial part of our mission to Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness. in our community.
This is a great opportunity for someone who:
Is passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of survivors, enjoys working in a dynamic, supportive shelter environment, and is motivated by providing compassionate crisis intervention and community education.
If you want to be part of a caring team that fosters resilience and safety for survivors, this role is for you.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond promptly and effectively to crisis hotline calls, providing referrals and support
- Assist shelter residents with immediate needs, safety planning, and goal-setting
- Facilitate community support groups and participate in resident recreational and social activities
- Complete timely intake paperwork and maintain accurate records
- Support shelter operations including donation management and facility sanitation
- Provide transportation to residents as needed and available; driving is an essential function of this position
- Participate in ongoing professional training and agency meetings
- Care for shelter’s resident animals, contributing to a healing and home-like environment
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
High School diploma or GED preferred
QUALIFICATION(S): WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Valid driver’s license and agency-established minimum automobile coverage required
You’ll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:
- Have a genuine desire to support survivors of domestic and sexual violence with empathy and respect
- Are a dependable, flexible team player who can respond calmly in crisis situations
- Enjoy hands-on work that balances direct client support with operational tasks
- Value a mission-driven workplace focused on community healing and wellness
- Are eager to learn and grow within the field of trauma-informed care
