Alternatives Incorporated

Striving to eradicate domestic and sexual violence through education, prevention, and intervention

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

POSITION AVAILABLE

POSITION TITLE: Outreach Advocate

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time

WORK SITE: Residential Facility and Off-site locations

REPORTS TO: Director of Non-Residential Services

WAGE: Commensurate with experience and skill level

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide trauma-informed, culturally appropriate, and accessible case management and supportive services for domestic and sexual violence survivors through advocacy, support, and continued assistance in achieving self-sufficiency.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain the confidentiality of participants
• Provide crisis intervention, trauma-informed supportive services, case management, safety planning, and information and referral
• Provide and arrange emergency and essential transportation
• Conduct intakes and assessments; enter data; document service provision; and maintain case notes
• Design and implement education and supportive groups
• Identify program participants’ strengths and weaknesses and assess self-sufficiency barriers
• Assist participants in developing individualized action plans utilizing matrixes
• Build and maintain networks and support systems for participants
• Establish partnerships with other service providers and represent Alternatives Inc. in the community
• Provide training and education for a variety of audiences and community partners
• Represent Alternatives Inc. at community events
• Provide back-up and additional support to other staff as part of a team approach
• Provide services in compliance with all funding contracts, including data and report preparation
• Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of domestic violence, sexual violence, dating violence, homelessness, and child abuse
• Knowledge of case management, crisis intervention, and conflict resolution techniques
• Skills in written documentation, interpersonal communication, and public speaking
• Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive environment
• Ability to remain calm, use sound judgement, and determine specific action under pressure

Alternatives Incorporated is committed to creating an inclusive team; applicants from historically marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Interested persons should submit a letter of interest and resume’ by Friday, November 4, 2022 to: Lisa Connors, Director of Non-Residential Services, P. O. Box 1302, Anderson, IN 46015 or by responding to this ad.

Alternatives Incorporated does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, political beliefs, or military and veteran status.

• POSTED: 11/18/2022

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $11.00 - $13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Anderson, IN 46011

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