Director, Shelter Therapy and Advocacy Services (Grove Campus)
SAFE Alliance seeks a Director of Shelter Therapy and Advocacy Services for the Residential & Support Services program in the Kelly White Family Shelter department. This role involves overseeing the coordination of client services, ensuring efficient case management processes, and supporting a team of case managers and counselors. The Director of Therapy and Advocacy Services collaborates with internal and external partners to meet the diverse needs of shelter residents and ensures compliance with organizational and funding requirements. SAFE Alliance:
The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. We are dedicated to ending violence through prevention, advocacy, and comprehensive services for individuals, families, and communities that have been affected by abuse.
In the past two years, our community outreach and education has provided over 400 trainings to over 7,000 community members. Our various housing and shelter programs have provided over 46,000 nights/days of care and served over 3,000 youth and adults directly affected by abuse. We have provided over 10,000 callers/chats/texts, walk-in advocacy and crisis interventions or face-to-face emotional support through our 24/7 confidential SAFEline.
No matter what your role at SAFE Alliance you will make a difference, because together we can Stop Abuse For Everyone.
Position Details:
We are looking for one person to work on a full-time, exempt basis for an annual salary range of $60,000 to $65,000, dependent upon experience plus an annual language differential of $3,600 if you are English/Spanish bilingual. The work location will be at our Grove Blvd. Campus in the East Austin area. This position will include some travel with no ability for remote/hybrid work. The shift currently available is Monday- Friday 9am-5pm.
Essential Staff Position: The Shelter Director participates, with other staff, in a rotation to provide on-call, off-hours back-up and on-site response to the Emergency Shelter program. As Essential Staff, the Shelter Director is required to report to work when scheduled, even if the agency is otherwise closed (such as holidays), if needed; to report to work when called in if serving in an on-call capacity; and to comply with other stipulations of our Essential Staff policy.
Perks and Benefits of Working at SAFE Alliance*:
Employee Only: Health insurance, short-term disability, and life insurance are employer paid with an option to purchase additional dependent coverage.
Eligibility for Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
8 standard paid holidays throughout the year.
Depending on your date of hire, up to 4 Personal Holidays are granted to use at your preference throughout the year.
A comprehensive voluntary benefits plan that includes dental, vision, flexible spending, and various insurance programs including pet insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with an ability to contribute immediately. You can earn an employer match of 100% up to 1% of your pay and a discretionary contribution of 2% of your pay whether you contribute to the Plan, after one year of eligible service.
SAFE Alliance benefit plans are effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.
*Benefit plans and benefit start dates are prorated based on date of hire and hours worked. Eligibility in employer paid benefits, paid time off and holidays are dependent upon full-time employment status and/or hours worked and may be subject to change.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or other related field or 4 years of experience supervising programs in nonprofit sector. Masters degree preferred.
Four years of supervisory experience required.
At least three years of experience providing direct client work. Preference given to those with experience in a residential, crisis, and/or homeless or domestic violence shelter program or experience working with domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, or homeless programs.
Ability to work collaboratively with multiple resources in order to plan projects collaboratively and efficiently.
Knowledge of and experience with various requirements and funding and ability to support others around understanding.
Knowledge of and experience working with issues and systems related to domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, child abuse, homelessness and trauma highly preferred.
With reasonable accommodation, this position requires the manual dexterity to sufficiently operate phones, computers, and other office equipment.
With Reasonable accommodation should have visual acuity capable of drafting, editing, reviewing, and/or comprehending materials in a standard typeface size 10 font or above, are required.
Occasional exposure to adverse working conditions, including the performance of work in cramped and/or awkward positions, and exposure to safety hazards, loud noise, traffic, and inclement weather conditions is possible.
Must be physically able to use authorized management of aggressive behavior techniques.
This position requires completion of the 40-Hour Office of Attorney General Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program within six (6) months of starting employment, along with participating in annual continuing education throughout your employment.
This position requires driving. You must have a valid, State of Texas Driver’s License (If in possession of an out-of-state license, obtain a State of Texas Driver’s License within 90 days of beginning employment.) AND at least three (3) consecutive years of driving experience OR one (1) year of driving experience if over 27 years of age AND an acceptable driving record that covers at least the last three years of driver history.
Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check if applicable), as well as a pre-employment drug screen and TB test, if applicable.
All employees are required to comply with policies regarding COVID-19, which may be subject to change. COVID vaccines are still highly recommended, and we encourage employees to get vaccinated if they are able.
Application Information and Instructions:
We do NOT accept applications or resumes via email.
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. You will be contacted via email regarding the status of your application weather you have been selected or not to move forward in the process.
All new employees regardless of status will be required to start their employment on either the 1st or 16th of the month.
All employees will be required to attend a three-day new employee orientation that is held both in-person and virtually the first three business days of the month.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Director, Shelter Therapy and Advocacy Services (Grove Campus)
SAFE Alliance seeks a Director of Shelter Therapy and Advocacy Services for the Residential & Support Services program in the Kelly White Family Shelter department. This role involves overseeing the coordination of client services, ensuring efficient case management processes, and supporting a team of case managers and counselors. The Director of Therapy and Advocacy Services collaborates with internal and external partners to meet the diverse needs of shelter residents and ensures compliance with organizational and funding requirements. SAFE Alliance:
The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. We are dedicated to ending violence through prevention, advocacy, and comprehensive services for individuals, families, and communities that have been affected by abuse.
In the past two years, our community outreach and education has provided over 400 trainings to over 7,000 community members. Our various housing and shelter programs have provided over 46,000 nights/days of care and served over 3,000 youth and adults directly affected by abuse. We have provided over 10,000 callers/chats/texts, walk-in advocacy and crisis interventions or face-to-face emotional support through our 24/7 confidential SAFEline.
No matter what your role at SAFE Alliance you will make a difference, because together we can Stop Abuse For Everyone.
Position Details:
We are looking for one person to work on a full-time, exempt basis for an annual salary range of $60,000 to $65,000, dependent upon experience plus an annual language differential of $3,600 if you are English/Spanish bilingual. The work location will be at our Grove Blvd. Campus in the East Austin area. This position will include some travel with no ability for remote/hybrid work. The shift currently available is Monday- Friday 9am-5pm.
Essential Staff Position: The Shelter Director participates, with other staff, in a rotation to provide on-call, off-hours back-up and on-site response to the Emergency Shelter program. As Essential Staff, the Shelter Director is required to report to work when scheduled, even if the agency is otherwise closed (such as holidays), if needed; to report to work when called in if serving in an on-call capacity; and to comply with other stipulations of our Essential Staff policy.
Perks and Benefits of Working at SAFE Alliance*:
Employee Only: Health insurance, short-term disability, and life insurance are employer paid with an option to purchase additional dependent coverage.
Eligibility for Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
8 standard paid holidays throughout the year.
Depending on your date of hire, up to 4 Personal Holidays are granted to use at your preference throughout the year.
A comprehensive voluntary benefits plan that includes dental, vision, flexible spending, and various insurance programs including pet insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with an ability to contribute immediately. You can earn an employer match of 100% up to 1% of your pay and a discretionary contribution of 2% of your pay whether you contribute to the Plan, after one year of eligible service.
SAFE Alliance benefit plans are effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.
*Benefit plans and benefit start dates are prorated based on date of hire and hours worked. Eligibility in employer paid benefits, paid time off and holidays are dependent upon full-time employment status and/or hours worked and may be subject to change.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or other related field or 4 years of experience supervising programs in nonprofit sector. Masters degree preferred.
Four years of supervisory experience required.
At least three years of experience providing direct client work. Preference given to those with experience in a residential, crisis, and/or homeless or domestic violence shelter program or experience working with domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, or homeless programs.
Ability to work collaboratively with multiple resources in order to plan projects collaboratively and efficiently.
Knowledge of and experience with various requirements and funding and ability to support others around understanding.
Knowledge of and experience working with issues and systems related to domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, child abuse, homelessness and trauma highly preferred.
With reasonable accommodation, this position requires the manual dexterity to sufficiently operate phones, computers, and other office equipment.
With Reasonable accommodation should have visual acuity capable of drafting, editing, reviewing, and/or comprehending materials in a standard typeface size 10 font or above, are required.
Occasional exposure to adverse working conditions, including the performance of work in cramped and/or awkward positions, and exposure to safety hazards, loud noise, traffic, and inclement weather conditions is possible.
Must be physically able to use authorized management of aggressive behavior techniques.
This position requires completion of the 40-Hour Office of Attorney General Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program within six (6) months of starting employment, along with participating in annual continuing education throughout your employment.
This position requires driving. You must have a valid, State of Texas Driver’s License (If in possession of an out-of-state license, obtain a State of Texas Driver’s License within 90 days of beginning employment.) AND at least three (3) consecutive years of driving experience OR one (1) year of driving experience if over 27 years of age AND an acceptable driving record that covers at least the last three years of driver history.
Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check if applicable), as well as a pre-employment drug screen and TB test, if applicable.
All employees are required to comply with policies regarding COVID-19, which may be subject to change. COVID vaccines are still highly recommended, and we encourage employees to get vaccinated if they are able.
Application Information and Instructions:
We do NOT accept applications or resumes via email.
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. You will be contacted via email regarding the status of your application weather you have been selected or not to move forward in the process.
All new employees regardless of status will be required to start their employment on either the 1st or 16th of the month.
All employees will be required to attend a three-day new employee orientation that is held both in-person and virtually the first three business days of the month.
Mental Health Association of Oregon
10373 NE Hancock St. Portland, OR 97220
PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST/CERTIFIED RECOVERY MENTOR CLACKAMAS COUNTY CHOICE MODEL
Pay Scale: $17.00-$19.00 per hour DOE FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week) Benefits: This is a benefited position as outlined in the MHAAO Employee Handbook TITLE: PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST/CERTIFIED RECOVERY MENTOR CLACKAMAS COUNTY REPORTS TO: EVOLVE Peer Delivered Services Program Manager DEPARTMENT: EVOLVE Peer Delivered Services TO APPLY: Please submit a resume and cover letter to careers@mhaoforegon.org by close of business December 1st, 2020.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Peer Support Specialist (PSS)/Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) offers mental health and/or co-occurring mental health and addiction recovery peer support to individuals residing in Clackamas County as a peer who has similar life experiences and acts as a positive role model of living in recovery.
The PSS/CRM position will be a member of the Clackamas County Choice Model Adult Team. A primary function of the position will be to assist people who are stepping down from inpatient psychiatric care and/or receiving psychiatric care in advance of hospitalization. The PSS/CRM will provide community-based, holistic, person-centered, trauma-informed and strength-based support to individuals with addiction and/or co-occurring mental health challenges who are referred via the Choice Team.
Choice Model Services, previously known as the Adult Mental Health Initiative (AMHI), is designed to promote more effective utilization of current capacity in facility-based treatment settings, increase care coordination and increase accountability at a local and state level. Choice Model will promote the availability and quality of individualized community-based services and supports so that adults with mental health concerns are served in the most independent environment possible and use of long-term institutional care is minimized. A primary function of the position will be to support the development of person-directed plans with the person being served.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Background Check: Criminal Background Check as performed by Oregon Health Authority (OHA) or Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHCBO) for the PSS/CRM certification process, respectively, by the Background Check Unit (BCU) accepted. A criminal record does not necessarily exclude an individual from certification.
Experience: It is an essential function of the position to identify as having lived experience of mental health and/or co-occurring addiction issues and navigating a life of recovery. It is also vital to understand the effect of trauma on health, coping, and other aspects of individual needs as well as the principles of recovery, self-direction, and trauma-informed care.
Qualities:
Possess an absolute belief in every person’s ability to learn, grow and recover
Value person’s right to make their own decisions
Value people as the “experts” in their own lives
Possess insight pertaining to personal biases and worldview and how they may interfere with effectively working with individuals representing a variety of cultural, ethnic, language and life experiences.
Licensure/Certification:
Valid Oregon Driver’s License and proof of automobile insurance required. Have reliable transportation necessary.
Skills:
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
To provide 1:1 peer support to person being served with a performance expectation of 50-60% of the employees FTE being dedicated to the provision of peer support.
Collaborates with people being served to create a person-directed plan. Person-directed planning tools such as REAL Recovery, MHAAO’s Initial Recovery Exploration, PATH*, MAPS*, and/or other models including assistance with developing their own Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)* will be utilized. Training will be provided in the use of these tools.
Participates in regular MHAAO peer support supervision sessions.
EVOLVE group support offerings will include but are not limited to peer-led Seeking Safety, SMART Recovery, and Hearing Voices/Extreme States support groups.
Assistance and support with health and recovery planning and community integration upon release from hospitalization including meeting with person being served prior to discharge from hospitalization if applicable.
Assistance and support accessing and navigating physical and behavioral health services.
Introduction and connection with local recovery groups and activities.
Crisis Support with introduction and connection to the Clackamas county Mental Health Clinic (MHC) as a crisis resource.
Support in developing community roles/natural supports.
Learning and practicing self-advocacy.
Support with reconnecting/visiting with family/children.
Addressing basic needs of shelter/housing, food, physical wellness, and entitlements/benefits.
Supporting successful outcomes with PSRB and transitioning to lower levels of care/housing.
Support when/where needed in navigating any systems involvement and resource connection.
Adheres to and practices the core values of peer support.
Support with physical health related goals and connecting to community resources and programs that work toward this aim.
Education and employment support.
Documents support services in a program database in a manner that assures compliance with policies, program procedures and local, state, and federal regulations. Maintains accurate and up-to-date documentation as required by program deliverables.
As appropriate, openly identifies as a person who has lived the experience of mental health and/or co-occurring addiction issues and is able to appropriately share own recovery story with individuals being served.
Acts as a positive role model for individuals being served and exploring their own path to wellness and recovery.
Acts as an advocate for individuals being served when appropriate, both within the organization and also with other entities.
Respects and honors the person being served rights and responsibilities and demonstrates professional boundaries and ethics. Adheres to mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPAA requirements.
The above accountabilities represent work performed by this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific accountability will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of the position.
Employment with Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon is "at-will." This means employees are free to resign at any time, with or without cause, and Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice. As an at-will employee, it is not guaranteed, in any manner, that you will be employed with Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon for any set period of time.
Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, Veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nov 24, 2020
Full time
PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST/CERTIFIED RECOVERY MENTOR CLACKAMAS COUNTY CHOICE MODEL
Pay Scale: $17.00-$19.00 per hour DOE FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week) Benefits: This is a benefited position as outlined in the MHAAO Employee Handbook TITLE: PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST/CERTIFIED RECOVERY MENTOR CLACKAMAS COUNTY REPORTS TO: EVOLVE Peer Delivered Services Program Manager DEPARTMENT: EVOLVE Peer Delivered Services TO APPLY: Please submit a resume and cover letter to careers@mhaoforegon.org by close of business December 1st, 2020.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Peer Support Specialist (PSS)/Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) offers mental health and/or co-occurring mental health and addiction recovery peer support to individuals residing in Clackamas County as a peer who has similar life experiences and acts as a positive role model of living in recovery.
The PSS/CRM position will be a member of the Clackamas County Choice Model Adult Team. A primary function of the position will be to assist people who are stepping down from inpatient psychiatric care and/or receiving psychiatric care in advance of hospitalization. The PSS/CRM will provide community-based, holistic, person-centered, trauma-informed and strength-based support to individuals with addiction and/or co-occurring mental health challenges who are referred via the Choice Team.
Choice Model Services, previously known as the Adult Mental Health Initiative (AMHI), is designed to promote more effective utilization of current capacity in facility-based treatment settings, increase care coordination and increase accountability at a local and state level. Choice Model will promote the availability and quality of individualized community-based services and supports so that adults with mental health concerns are served in the most independent environment possible and use of long-term institutional care is minimized. A primary function of the position will be to support the development of person-directed plans with the person being served.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Background Check: Criminal Background Check as performed by Oregon Health Authority (OHA) or Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHCBO) for the PSS/CRM certification process, respectively, by the Background Check Unit (BCU) accepted. A criminal record does not necessarily exclude an individual from certification.
Experience: It is an essential function of the position to identify as having lived experience of mental health and/or co-occurring addiction issues and navigating a life of recovery. It is also vital to understand the effect of trauma on health, coping, and other aspects of individual needs as well as the principles of recovery, self-direction, and trauma-informed care.
Qualities:
Possess an absolute belief in every person’s ability to learn, grow and recover
Value person’s right to make their own decisions
Value people as the “experts” in their own lives
Possess insight pertaining to personal biases and worldview and how they may interfere with effectively working with individuals representing a variety of cultural, ethnic, language and life experiences.
Licensure/Certification:
Valid Oregon Driver’s License and proof of automobile insurance required. Have reliable transportation necessary.
Skills:
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
To provide 1:1 peer support to person being served with a performance expectation of 50-60% of the employees FTE being dedicated to the provision of peer support.
Collaborates with people being served to create a person-directed plan. Person-directed planning tools such as REAL Recovery, MHAAO’s Initial Recovery Exploration, PATH*, MAPS*, and/or other models including assistance with developing their own Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)* will be utilized. Training will be provided in the use of these tools.
Participates in regular MHAAO peer support supervision sessions.
EVOLVE group support offerings will include but are not limited to peer-led Seeking Safety, SMART Recovery, and Hearing Voices/Extreme States support groups.
Assistance and support with health and recovery planning and community integration upon release from hospitalization including meeting with person being served prior to discharge from hospitalization if applicable.
Assistance and support accessing and navigating physical and behavioral health services.
Introduction and connection with local recovery groups and activities.
Crisis Support with introduction and connection to the Clackamas county Mental Health Clinic (MHC) as a crisis resource.
Support in developing community roles/natural supports.
Learning and practicing self-advocacy.
Support with reconnecting/visiting with family/children.
Addressing basic needs of shelter/housing, food, physical wellness, and entitlements/benefits.
Supporting successful outcomes with PSRB and transitioning to lower levels of care/housing.
Support when/where needed in navigating any systems involvement and resource connection.
Adheres to and practices the core values of peer support.
Support with physical health related goals and connecting to community resources and programs that work toward this aim.
Education and employment support.
Documents support services in a program database in a manner that assures compliance with policies, program procedures and local, state, and federal regulations. Maintains accurate and up-to-date documentation as required by program deliverables.
As appropriate, openly identifies as a person who has lived the experience of mental health and/or co-occurring addiction issues and is able to appropriately share own recovery story with individuals being served.
Acts as a positive role model for individuals being served and exploring their own path to wellness and recovery.
Acts as an advocate for individuals being served when appropriate, both within the organization and also with other entities.
Respects and honors the person being served rights and responsibilities and demonstrates professional boundaries and ethics. Adheres to mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPAA requirements.
The above accountabilities represent work performed by this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific accountability will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of the position.
Employment with Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon is "at-will." This means employees are free to resign at any time, with or without cause, and Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice. As an at-will employee, it is not guaranteed, in any manner, that you will be employed with Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon for any set period of time.
Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, Veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Description
Tahirih Justice Center is seeking an outgoing and empathetic professional for our Social Services Case Worker role. Based out of our San Francisco Bay Area office, this role will require experience working with survivors of violence from multi-cultural backgrounds and be able to meet clients where they are emotionally and mentally. This role requires a high degree of self-motivation and a thriving passion for social justice.
Tahirih is currently on fully remote working status. We intend to return employees on phase approach. When we fully return to offices, this position will need to be able to commute into our San Francisco Bay Area office.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Conduct social service, mental health, and medical needs assessments for Tahirih clients.
Maintain a case load of 15-25 clients.
Continuously utilize the social services case intensity matrix for case management.
Collaborate with legal and social services teams to provide trauma informed and client centered services to address client’s needs.
Provide initial and ongoing crisis intervention, safety planning, and education about victim’s rights to clients.
Research information, provide referrals, advocate and accompany clients, as needed, to access housing/shelter, food banks, education, counseling, budgeting, medical services, public benefits, Crime Victims Compensation, and other social services available locally.
Maintain regular communication with clients through regular calls and in-person meetings (when safely able to return to office) to provide follow-up, additional referrals, and to address other non-legal needs.
Maintain clients’ confidential records by inputting case notes, resource information, and progress.
In collaboration with the Social Services Program Manager, promote Tahirih and our work, conduct outreach presentations and meetings with partner service providers and public audiences as needed.
Support special events and donations drives as needed.
Write letters of support for cases upon request.
Supervise volunteers or interns supporting social services work as needed.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
At least 2 years of relevant experience working in direct social services or crisis management.
Relevant work experience or a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field.
Fluent in Spanish (written and spoken); additional language a plus.
Time management and prioritization skills.
Ability to creatively problem-solve under pressure.
Working conditions: Ability to support clients accessing services in the field, traveling to different counties in the SF Bay Area. Not required to be available after hours, but may be require to work evenings while responding to crisis and on weekends when hosting client annual events. Ability to support clients with a history of complex trauma and multi diagnosis.
Annual salary and benefits : The salary range for this position is $46,000 - $56,000 and will be commensurate to experience and qualifications (this compensation includes $6,000 differential pay if the incumbent lives in the SF Bay area). Generous benefits include employee health, vision and dental insurance; a 401(k) defined contribution retirement plan; flexible work schedules; professional development including in-house training programs, staff enrichment retreats and other growth opportunities. Employees have a very generous self-managed leave benefit inclusive of vacation, sick and holidays, including an office closure the week between Christmas and New Year’s.
About the Tahirih Justice Center: The Tahirih Justice Center is a growing national non-profit organization that supports the courage of immigrant women and girls who refuse to be victims of violence by providing holistic legal services and advocacy in courts, Congress, and communities. Through pro bono holistic legal services, community outreach and education and nonpartisan public policy advocacy, Tahirih protects women and girls seeking protection from gender-based human rights abuses such as domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, female genital mutilation, honor crimes, and forced marriage. Tahirih is a Bahá’í-inspired organization and works to create a world where women and girls can live in safety and with dignity. Tahirih’s employees work from offices in the DC metro area, Baltimore, Houston, Atlanta, and the San Francisco Bay Area.
To learn more about Tahirih Justice Center and our benefits, please visit www.tahirih.org. To apply, please follow link.
Please note: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
The Tahirih Justice Center is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations. Tahirih’s policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Men are particularly encouraged to apply.
Nov 16, 2020
Full time
Description
Tahirih Justice Center is seeking an outgoing and empathetic professional for our Social Services Case Worker role. Based out of our San Francisco Bay Area office, this role will require experience working with survivors of violence from multi-cultural backgrounds and be able to meet clients where they are emotionally and mentally. This role requires a high degree of self-motivation and a thriving passion for social justice.
Tahirih is currently on fully remote working status. We intend to return employees on phase approach. When we fully return to offices, this position will need to be able to commute into our San Francisco Bay Area office.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Conduct social service, mental health, and medical needs assessments for Tahirih clients.
Maintain a case load of 15-25 clients.
Continuously utilize the social services case intensity matrix for case management.
Collaborate with legal and social services teams to provide trauma informed and client centered services to address client’s needs.
Provide initial and ongoing crisis intervention, safety planning, and education about victim’s rights to clients.
Research information, provide referrals, advocate and accompany clients, as needed, to access housing/shelter, food banks, education, counseling, budgeting, medical services, public benefits, Crime Victims Compensation, and other social services available locally.
Maintain regular communication with clients through regular calls and in-person meetings (when safely able to return to office) to provide follow-up, additional referrals, and to address other non-legal needs.
Maintain clients’ confidential records by inputting case notes, resource information, and progress.
In collaboration with the Social Services Program Manager, promote Tahirih and our work, conduct outreach presentations and meetings with partner service providers and public audiences as needed.
Support special events and donations drives as needed.
Write letters of support for cases upon request.
Supervise volunteers or interns supporting social services work as needed.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
At least 2 years of relevant experience working in direct social services or crisis management.
Relevant work experience or a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field.
Fluent in Spanish (written and spoken); additional language a plus.
Time management and prioritization skills.
Ability to creatively problem-solve under pressure.
Working conditions: Ability to support clients accessing services in the field, traveling to different counties in the SF Bay Area. Not required to be available after hours, but may be require to work evenings while responding to crisis and on weekends when hosting client annual events. Ability to support clients with a history of complex trauma and multi diagnosis.
Annual salary and benefits : The salary range for this position is $46,000 - $56,000 and will be commensurate to experience and qualifications (this compensation includes $6,000 differential pay if the incumbent lives in the SF Bay area). Generous benefits include employee health, vision and dental insurance; a 401(k) defined contribution retirement plan; flexible work schedules; professional development including in-house training programs, staff enrichment retreats and other growth opportunities. Employees have a very generous self-managed leave benefit inclusive of vacation, sick and holidays, including an office closure the week between Christmas and New Year’s.
About the Tahirih Justice Center: The Tahirih Justice Center is a growing national non-profit organization that supports the courage of immigrant women and girls who refuse to be victims of violence by providing holistic legal services and advocacy in courts, Congress, and communities. Through pro bono holistic legal services, community outreach and education and nonpartisan public policy advocacy, Tahirih protects women and girls seeking protection from gender-based human rights abuses such as domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, female genital mutilation, honor crimes, and forced marriage. Tahirih is a Bahá’í-inspired organization and works to create a world where women and girls can live in safety and with dignity. Tahirih’s employees work from offices in the DC metro area, Baltimore, Houston, Atlanta, and the San Francisco Bay Area.
To learn more about Tahirih Justice Center and our benefits, please visit www.tahirih.org. To apply, please follow link.
Please note: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
The Tahirih Justice Center is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations. Tahirih’s policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Men are particularly encouraged to apply.
Solid Ground believes poverty is solvable. Our communities are stronger when we support stability and break down the barriers to overcoming poverty. Solid Ground does both. We combine direct services with advocacy to meet basic needs, nurture success, and spread change. Through our programs, people gain stability and build skills that equip them to move forward in their lives. Through advocacy, we work toward ending racism and other oppressions embedded in our institutions, policies, and culture that hold people back from succeeding. We bring the voices of people experiencing poverty into the political process, furthering social justice and supporting our entire community to reach its potential.
Demonstrate the initiative to learn and enhance skills that promote anti-racism, cultural competency and an understanding of oppression and its impact.
Participate in intentional learning efforts, including events relating to understanding and dismantling institutional racism and building cultural competency.
Job Summary: Broadview is a Domestic Violence program which includes a 24 hour facility providing emergency shelter (10 units), transitional housing (21 units), Rapid Rehousing program and support services to women, children and youth whose lives have been disrupted by family violence. These families also frequently struggle with substance abuse, inadequate medical and mental health care, long periods of family separation, child abuse and neglect and poverty. Support services include on site crisis intervention, case management and advocacy-based counseling, legal advocacy, information and referral, and long-term stabilization services.
The Program Director is responsible for overseeing operations of all services, including supervision of the 24 - hour staff team and development and oversight of the program budget. The Program Director is also part of the on-call team evenings and weekends two weeks per month and provides back up support to supervisory on-call staff as needed. On-call coverage includes determining program staffing levels, providing staff supervision, and responding to emergency personnel including law enforcement, emergency medical providers and the fire department during client and building emergencies.
Essential Responsibilities, Duties and Tasks:
25% Provide leadership, oversight and support to facilitate day-to-day operations, strategic planning and delivery of services within Broadview – including the emergency shelter, transitional housing, domestic violence rapid rehousing and children and youth programs. Oversee all administrative and other functions related to running and maintaining the facility. Develop and monitor program policies to ensure 24-hour staffing and service provision and compliance with all contracts. Develop contracts or MOU with on-site service providers;
20% Ensure program quality and sustainability by developing annual goals and outcome-based performance measures in response to community and program needs. Work closely with Program, supervisory and Management staff to ensure implementation. Develop and implement evaluation methods utilizing resident and staff input. Identify needs and work with Chief Program Officer to enhance program operations as needed;
10% Develop collaborative relationships with other organizations to maintain and increase support of Broadview programs and residents. Represent Broadview in relevant community forums, coalitions and planning processes. Make presentations to local audiences around program accomplishments and issues.
10% Hire, train, supervise and evaluate Broadview manager, administrative supervisor, children’s advocates and case managers. Determine work assignments and work schedules to most effectively meet the needs of the 24-hour facility. Provide necessary staff support through regular meetings, and identify trainings and workshops to enhance staff skills. Mediate concerns that arise between programs.
10% Participate in Solid Ground management team to develop agency wide goals and systems. Participate in program meetings and relevant trainings as required;
10% Develop budgets for Broadview, including emergency shelter, transitional housing, Rapid Rehousing and facility budgets, and monitor regularly to ensure expenses are within budgetary guidelines. Assist Resource Development staff in the development of grant proposals and/or fundraising activities for program, including leading on-site presentations and tours with potential and current funders. Develop and negotiate service contracts with various funding sources;
5% Oversee screening and referrals to shelter, transitional and rapid rehousing programs
5% Review client records, daily logs, weekly goal plans and progress to ensure program records and documentation are maintained as required
5% Foster an atmosphere of support and safety for residents, staff and volunteers, including de-escalating potentially violent situations and responding to client grievances. Provide backup assistance including crisis intervention, advocacy based counseling and other support services. Help maintain order and security in the buildings and communicate/enforce program policies and procedures.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Education and Experience:
Requires one of the following:
a) Six years of direct social service experience, including at least four years of providing supervision of advocacy to victims of domestic violence within a domestic violence agency.
b) OR a bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field and at least four years of experience working in domestic violence including at least three years of providing supervision of advocacy to victims of domestic violence within a domestic violence agency.
c) OR any combination of education, experience and measurable performance which demonstrates the capability to perform the duties of this position and meets WAC388-61A
Also requires:
Four years of experience in program management and development;
Four years of experience supervising staff;
Three years of experience in financial management, contracting and budgeting;
Experience coordinating and/or providing training for staff and volunteers;
Four years of experience with crisis intervention, conflict resolution, child development and case management services with women and children and with providing advocacy-based counseling services to victims of domestic violence.
Minimum Qualifications:
Demonstrated planning, program development and problem-solving skills;
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general technical procedures financial information, and government regulations;
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, including the ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals;
Excellent organizational abilities, initiative and attention to detail;
Excellent facilitation and conflict resolution skills and ability to exercise considerable independent judgment and skill;
Demonstrated ability to incorporate trauma informed practices
Strong knowledge of computer software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and MS 365)
Positive work ethic, willingness and ability to allow for a flexible schedule including on-call after work hours to respond to emergencies and provide backup support for counselors and to cover counseling shifts as necessary;
Ability to work individually in a self-directed manner and as part of a team. Ability to promote teamwork among staff;
Willingness and ability to work with people from a variety of racial, cultural and economic backgrounds, with various lifestyles, sexual orientations, and of all ages;
Familiarity with issues of domestic violence, homelessness, child abuse and sexual assault, and knowledge of local resources available to assist households impacted by these issues;
Access to reliable transportation, valid driver's license, vehicle insurance that meets Washington State’s minimum guidelines and the ability and willingness to travel throughout King County.
A minimum of 50 hours of training in domestic violence and advocacy in the previous three years
Anti-Racism Initiative (ARI) Expectations:
Abide by and support agency-wide efforts to incorporate anti-racism principles and cultural competency and standards into all hiring processes and performance evaluations.
Provide leadership to departmental and agency anti-racism initiatives, and develop and grow an anti-racist culture within each department.
Support departmental Action Teams, and set up structures and systems for responding to and implementing Action Team recommendations.
Encourage staff participation in Anti-Racism Initiative committees and events.
Enhance personal skill development as well as guiding managers and supervisors in their own skill development.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions: This position works in a crises shelter environment, performing general office duties. Employees spend 30% of the time on the computer, 40% of the time interacting with staff/clients (70% in the office) and 30 % of their time in the field. Work outside the office is attending meetings/driving to meetings at Solid Ground program sites and with partners and external stakeholders. Position requires the employee to lift/carry up to 20 pounds rarely, 5-10 pounds occasionally and push/pull 10 pounds seldom, 1-5 pounds frequently. The position has the ability to sit/stand as needed.
Hours & Compensation: This is a full-time position, paying $83,907 per year plus benefits. Benefits include medical, dental, short-term and long-term disability insurance, basic life insurance, 401(k) savings plan including agency contribution and match, holiday pay, generous paid personal leave package and tax-sheltered health care and dependent care accounts.
Solid Ground is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race and color, religion, marital status, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Jun 09, 2020
Full time
Solid Ground believes poverty is solvable. Our communities are stronger when we support stability and break down the barriers to overcoming poverty. Solid Ground does both. We combine direct services with advocacy to meet basic needs, nurture success, and spread change. Through our programs, people gain stability and build skills that equip them to move forward in their lives. Through advocacy, we work toward ending racism and other oppressions embedded in our institutions, policies, and culture that hold people back from succeeding. We bring the voices of people experiencing poverty into the political process, furthering social justice and supporting our entire community to reach its potential.
Demonstrate the initiative to learn and enhance skills that promote anti-racism, cultural competency and an understanding of oppression and its impact.
Participate in intentional learning efforts, including events relating to understanding and dismantling institutional racism and building cultural competency.
Job Summary: Broadview is a Domestic Violence program which includes a 24 hour facility providing emergency shelter (10 units), transitional housing (21 units), Rapid Rehousing program and support services to women, children and youth whose lives have been disrupted by family violence. These families also frequently struggle with substance abuse, inadequate medical and mental health care, long periods of family separation, child abuse and neglect and poverty. Support services include on site crisis intervention, case management and advocacy-based counseling, legal advocacy, information and referral, and long-term stabilization services.
The Program Director is responsible for overseeing operations of all services, including supervision of the 24 - hour staff team and development and oversight of the program budget. The Program Director is also part of the on-call team evenings and weekends two weeks per month and provides back up support to supervisory on-call staff as needed. On-call coverage includes determining program staffing levels, providing staff supervision, and responding to emergency personnel including law enforcement, emergency medical providers and the fire department during client and building emergencies.
Essential Responsibilities, Duties and Tasks:
25% Provide leadership, oversight and support to facilitate day-to-day operations, strategic planning and delivery of services within Broadview – including the emergency shelter, transitional housing, domestic violence rapid rehousing and children and youth programs. Oversee all administrative and other functions related to running and maintaining the facility. Develop and monitor program policies to ensure 24-hour staffing and service provision and compliance with all contracts. Develop contracts or MOU with on-site service providers;
20% Ensure program quality and sustainability by developing annual goals and outcome-based performance measures in response to community and program needs. Work closely with Program, supervisory and Management staff to ensure implementation. Develop and implement evaluation methods utilizing resident and staff input. Identify needs and work with Chief Program Officer to enhance program operations as needed;
10% Develop collaborative relationships with other organizations to maintain and increase support of Broadview programs and residents. Represent Broadview in relevant community forums, coalitions and planning processes. Make presentations to local audiences around program accomplishments and issues.
10% Hire, train, supervise and evaluate Broadview manager, administrative supervisor, children’s advocates and case managers. Determine work assignments and work schedules to most effectively meet the needs of the 24-hour facility. Provide necessary staff support through regular meetings, and identify trainings and workshops to enhance staff skills. Mediate concerns that arise between programs.
10% Participate in Solid Ground management team to develop agency wide goals and systems. Participate in program meetings and relevant trainings as required;
10% Develop budgets for Broadview, including emergency shelter, transitional housing, Rapid Rehousing and facility budgets, and monitor regularly to ensure expenses are within budgetary guidelines. Assist Resource Development staff in the development of grant proposals and/or fundraising activities for program, including leading on-site presentations and tours with potential and current funders. Develop and negotiate service contracts with various funding sources;
5% Oversee screening and referrals to shelter, transitional and rapid rehousing programs
5% Review client records, daily logs, weekly goal plans and progress to ensure program records and documentation are maintained as required
5% Foster an atmosphere of support and safety for residents, staff and volunteers, including de-escalating potentially violent situations and responding to client grievances. Provide backup assistance including crisis intervention, advocacy based counseling and other support services. Help maintain order and security in the buildings and communicate/enforce program policies and procedures.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Education and Experience:
Requires one of the following:
a) Six years of direct social service experience, including at least four years of providing supervision of advocacy to victims of domestic violence within a domestic violence agency.
b) OR a bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field and at least four years of experience working in domestic violence including at least three years of providing supervision of advocacy to victims of domestic violence within a domestic violence agency.
c) OR any combination of education, experience and measurable performance which demonstrates the capability to perform the duties of this position and meets WAC388-61A
Also requires:
Four years of experience in program management and development;
Four years of experience supervising staff;
Three years of experience in financial management, contracting and budgeting;
Experience coordinating and/or providing training for staff and volunteers;
Four years of experience with crisis intervention, conflict resolution, child development and case management services with women and children and with providing advocacy-based counseling services to victims of domestic violence.
Minimum Qualifications:
Demonstrated planning, program development and problem-solving skills;
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general technical procedures financial information, and government regulations;
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, including the ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals;
Excellent organizational abilities, initiative and attention to detail;
Excellent facilitation and conflict resolution skills and ability to exercise considerable independent judgment and skill;
Demonstrated ability to incorporate trauma informed practices
Strong knowledge of computer software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and MS 365)
Positive work ethic, willingness and ability to allow for a flexible schedule including on-call after work hours to respond to emergencies and provide backup support for counselors and to cover counseling shifts as necessary;
Ability to work individually in a self-directed manner and as part of a team. Ability to promote teamwork among staff;
Willingness and ability to work with people from a variety of racial, cultural and economic backgrounds, with various lifestyles, sexual orientations, and of all ages;
Familiarity with issues of domestic violence, homelessness, child abuse and sexual assault, and knowledge of local resources available to assist households impacted by these issues;
Access to reliable transportation, valid driver's license, vehicle insurance that meets Washington State’s minimum guidelines and the ability and willingness to travel throughout King County.
A minimum of 50 hours of training in domestic violence and advocacy in the previous three years
Anti-Racism Initiative (ARI) Expectations:
Abide by and support agency-wide efforts to incorporate anti-racism principles and cultural competency and standards into all hiring processes and performance evaluations.
Provide leadership to departmental and agency anti-racism initiatives, and develop and grow an anti-racist culture within each department.
Support departmental Action Teams, and set up structures and systems for responding to and implementing Action Team recommendations.
Encourage staff participation in Anti-Racism Initiative committees and events.
Enhance personal skill development as well as guiding managers and supervisors in their own skill development.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions: This position works in a crises shelter environment, performing general office duties. Employees spend 30% of the time on the computer, 40% of the time interacting with staff/clients (70% in the office) and 30 % of their time in the field. Work outside the office is attending meetings/driving to meetings at Solid Ground program sites and with partners and external stakeholders. Position requires the employee to lift/carry up to 20 pounds rarely, 5-10 pounds occasionally and push/pull 10 pounds seldom, 1-5 pounds frequently. The position has the ability to sit/stand as needed.
Hours & Compensation: This is a full-time position, paying $83,907 per year plus benefits. Benefits include medical, dental, short-term and long-term disability insurance, basic life insurance, 401(k) savings plan including agency contribution and match, holiday pay, generous paid personal leave package and tax-sheltered health care and dependent care accounts.
Solid Ground is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race and color, religion, marital status, national origin, disability or veteran status.