Emergency Services Advocate-Part Time
22 days ago
Minneapolis
Job DescriptionOur Mission:Cornerstone disrupts violence through advocacy, support, and prevention. We partner with individuals, families, and organizations to build communities free from harm. Our Core Values: *Survivor- Centered *Social Justice *Well-Being *Collaboration *IntegritySummary of CornerstoneCornerstone is a $5.5 million organization that provides comprehensive services for individuals and families in the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area who are experiencing or have experienced domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking or general crime. Our offices are located in Bloomington, Brooklyn Center and Minneapolis. Learn more at . Diversity and Inclusion:We are committed to a nondiscriminatory approach and provide equal opportunity for employment and advancement in all of our departments, programs, and worksites. BIPOC and LGBTQ+ community are strongly encouraged to apply.Salary range: $19-$21.65 per hour **Employees receive a $2/hour shift differential for hours worked between 11:00pm-7:00AM. This is added to their regular pay but does not apply during paid or unpaid leaveHours/Scheduling: Part time every other Saturday and Sunday from 3pm-11pm Part time Monday-Wednesday from 11 pm-7am This part time position is assigned regular scheduled shifts at the Bloomington location. Shifts may include flexible scheduling including evenings, weekends, overnights, and holidays as assigned by the supervisor. Employees who work on recognized holidays receive time-and-a-half pay and may defer the holiday. This applies to all employees, regardless of their regular schedule This position may be also required to provide additional coverage during a local disaster or major public awareness events.Unionized position: YesSummary:The Emergency Services Advocate is responsible for providing advocacy, support, and information to victims/survivors (v/s) of domestic violence, sexual violence and/or human trafficking/sexual exploitation accessing Cornerstone’s 24/7 shelter, hotel, crisis line, and walk- in services. The Emergency Services Advocate utilizes trauma-informed, survivor-centered, and culturally responsive practices to provide supportive services for participants. This position is also responsible for maintaining a welcoming, safe, clean, accessible, and inclusive environment for the families and people we serve. Experience/Qualifications: • Associate degree in psychology, social work, or human service-related field or comparable combination of career and life experiences. One or more years of experience providing direct crisis response services in a trauma-informed setting., • Understanding of trauma-informed, survivor-centered, and culturally responsive care practices with a focus on the impact of domestic violence, sexual violence, and/or human trafficking/sexual exploitation., • Understanding of the human services delivery system emphasizing serving diverse, marginalized, and/or underrepresented communities., • General understanding of crime victim’s rights, civil remedies, and the criminal justice systems with the understanding additional training will be provided., • Ability to communicate in a trauma-informed, calm, and deescalating manner with participants in crisis to assist in meeting their needs, provide support, and connect them to resources available that enhance safety., • Preferred 40-hour sexual assault certification or the ability to complete training within 6 months., • Knowledge and aptitude with Microsoft Office, client databases, and other related forms of technology., • Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance and reliable vehicle., • Essential Functions:, • Maintains professional and confidential survivor-centered support, advocacy, information, and safety planning for victims/survivors (v/s) through phone, in-person, and walk-in services., • Answers crisis line calls providing information, support, and referrals from v/s or concerned persons and systems personnel (medical, social services, law enforcement, etc.) seeking to assist v/s., • Screens potential shelter/hotel participants requesting emergency safe housing options when bed space/hotel is available. Utilizes the DO process when CAS is unable to accommodate a v/s., • Welcomes new participants into the shelter/hotel by providing intakes, basic needs, tour, and guidelines for shelter living., • Responds professionally to Law Enforcement Intervention contacts via email or over the phone and follows-up with the v/s within program guidelines., • Supports residents through providing advocacy, resources, crisis intervention, and arrangements for interpreter services., • Assists current residents with basic living skills such as cleaning, meal preparations, and caring for children. And assists in cleaning, safety checks, and other tasks necessary to prepare apartment spaces during participant turnover., • Stays apprised of ES and CAS activities, policies, and protocol changes, updates, and general information by reviewing the log, emails, and CAS Connect/TEAMS staff pages., • Works as a team with other ES Advocates, all CAS program staff, and supervisors/managers to ensure seamless referrals are provided and that information is up-to-date and accurate., • Participates in the training and mentoring of new staff, volunteers and/or students as assigned., • Assures data entry is completed accurately in Apricot database and other tracking methods. Properly document all critical incidents: child protection reports, emergency response calls, participant injury/concerns and other documentation as assigned by supervisor., • Provides back-up assistance for Call Center when cross-trained and assigned. Visit our career page at: Cornerstone Benefits: * • Health Care: Comprehensive coverage options., • Paid Time Off: 160 hours annually, plus 13 paid holidays (including your birthday in your first year)., • Retirement Savings: Up to a 4% employer match after one year of service., • Vision Coverage: Free for employees., • Virtual Mental Health Services: Free for employees and their immediate families., • Virtual Medical Care: Free for employees and their immediate families when enrolled in any of our medical plans., • Life Insurance: Basic coverage provided at no cost to employees., • Long-Term Disability: Free coverage for employees., • Paid Parental Leave: Available after one year of service Powered by JazzHR bGO5N0XYge