Directly supervised by the Safe Home Coordinator, under the direction of the Director of Safer Living Program. Partners directly and ongoing with Safe Adults Advocates and Safe Children Advocates, and may collaborate with other departments as needed. Works with agency interns as needed. Maintains working knowledge of community resources. Qualifications and Characteristics: Education: in Social Work or Human Services or related field. Preferred: Required: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services or related field with 2 years social service Bachelor’s degree experience Training: 40-hour Domestic Violence training preferred but required at first opportunity Service Delivery: Must be able to respond appropriately in varied situations and be able to function with minimal supervision. Personal: Demonstrates self-awareness, insight and commitment to ongoing professional growth. Ability to work independently and within a team environment and exercise mature judgment. Understands and demonstrates the importance of compassion and non-violent communication, healthy boundaries, understanding of needs towards self, other staff and clients. Demonstrates high level of empathy and sensitivity to trauma/situation. client’s Technical: Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates understanding and effectiveness in working with diverse populations. Demonstrates professionalism, flexibility and good judgment. Demonstrates commitment to Leadership: teamwork and collaborative decision-making. Demonstrates ability to problem solve individually and with a team to effectively deliver service. Special Conditions: Must have reliable transportation. May have to travel to different locations within agency. Bilingual/bicultural preferred but not required. Must have flexibility in working daytime, evenings and weekends. Must be able to operate general office equipment and have basic computer knowledge. Must be able to lift at least 30 lbs. Measurable Outcomes: 90% of qualified participants will have completed a Trauma Impact Assessment within the first 48 hours of arrival to shelter. Increase in percentage of clients exiting the shelter or to following program that report “often” “ always” categories: I trust my ability to solve difficult problems, I am confident about the decisions I make, and I feel like I am in control of my own life. Increase client knowledge of community referrals given. Located in Wheaton, Illinois, Family Shelter Service offers a competitive salary and flexible work schedule. To apply for this position, please email a cover letter and your resume to: For more information about Family Shelter Service visit our website at: Family Shelter Service is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability.
Directly supervised by the Safe Home Coordinator, under the direction of the Director of Safer Living Program. Partners directly and ongoing with Safe Adults Advocates and Safe Children Advocates, and may collaborate with other departments as needed. Works with agency interns as needed. Maintains working knowledge of community resources. Qualifications and Characteristics: Education: Required: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services or related field. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services or related field with 2 years social service experience Training: 40-hour Domestic Violence training preferred but required at first opportunity Service Delivery: Must be able to respond appropriately in varied situations and be able to function with minimal supervision. Personal: Demonstrates self-awareness, insight and commitment to ongoing professional growth. Ability to work independently and within a team environment and exercise mature judgment. Understands and demonstrates the importance of compassion and non-violent communication, healthy boundaries, understanding of needs towards self, other staff and clients. Demonstrates high level of empathy and sensitivity to client’s trauma/situation. Technical: Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates understanding and effectiveness in working with diverse populations. Leadership: Demonstrates professionalism, flexibility and good judgment. Demonstrates commitment to teamwork and collaborative decision-making. Demonstrates ability to problem solve individually and with a team to effectively deliver service. Special Conditions: Must have reliable transportation. May have to travel to different locations within agency. Bilingual/bicultural preferred but not required. Must have flexibility in working daytime, evenings and weekends. Must be able to operate general office equipment and have basic computer knowledge. Must be able to lift at least 30 lbs. Measurable Outcomes: 90% of qualified participants will have completed a Trauma Impact Assessment within the first 48 hours of arrival to shelter. Increase in percentage of clients exiting the shelter program that report “often” or “ always” to following categories: I trust my ability to solve difficult problems, I am confident about the decisions I make, and I feel like I am in control of my own life. Increase client knowledge of community referrals given. Located in Wheaton, Illinois, Family Shelter Service offers a competitive salary and flexible work schedule. To apply for this position, please email a cover letter and your resume to: For more information about Family Shelter Service visit our website at: Family Shelter Service is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability.
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