YWCA Cass Clay is currently recruiting for a Full-Time Shelter Advocate. The Shelter Advocate is responsible for coordinating comprehensive case management services and ensuring the safety and security of residents.

JOB DUTIES:

• Provide weekly case management services to include: assessment of needs, participant goals, and plan development, monitoring the implementation and evaluation of goals/plans in collaboration with the resident
• Provide support and resources for clients; good working relationships with support networks, government resources, and community resources
• Coordinate and redistribute community resources to YWCA participants
• Perform intake assessments to admit women and children to the YWCA Shelter
• Responsible for orienting all residents to the YWCA Shelter and enforcing rules and regulations
• Maintain updated records of current residents including admittance, resident's log, communication log, bed list, child protection, etc.
• Ensure security of the shelter by appropriately responding to phone, door buzzers, locks, security systems, fire alarm systems, and security checklist
• Ensure residents are supplied with necessary items (food, clothing, etc)
• Provide off-site clients with food baskets and supplies
• Train and provide feedback to interns, volunteers and shelter assistants
• Participate in OnCall rotation to assist with shelter and housing programs
• Prompt and reliable attendance is required
• Other duties as assigned by SSC

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Female (BFOQ)
• Bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences (i.e. social work, CDFS, sociology, criminal justice, human services)
• Certified in First Aid and CPR
• Two years' experience in providing case management services preferred
• Meets all background check requirements
• Must be able to work alternate hours including on-call and weekend/evening shifts
• Must have excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of domestic violence, homelessness, mental illness, chemical dependency and child development issues is essential
• Knowledge of local community resources and the ability to work within social systems
• Must have a valid driver's license and current vehicle insurance
• An understanding of, appreciation for, and support of the mission of the YWCA Cass Clay, which is eliminating racism and empowering women