General Purpose of Position:

The DV/SA Advocate works as part of the coordinator team to provide victim center services daily. This work will be achieved by building and maintaining strong relationships with all colleagues, excellence in communication, and thriving innovative achievements and growth in all assigned special projects.

Full Time

Benefits:Paid Time Off (Sick, Vacation, and Holiday), Health Insurance, Vision, Dental and other add-ons available at cost to employee, Simple-IRA with 3% Match

Normal Working Hours:40 hours 8:30-5 Monday-Friday and periodic on-call

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology. Human Services, other related fields or relevant experience.
• Quick problem-solving skills
• Great communication skills
• Respond to highly emotional situations while maintaining composure.

Responsibilities:

• Will carry the 24/hour crisis line as assigned -must live in Yankton or within 5 minutes of Yankton for quick response time
• Respond to crisis phone calls
• Provide direct client services such as housing, employment, and protection orders
• Data entry
• Work with the Advocate Team for client services, awareness campaigns, and volunteer efforts
• Carry the 24/7 crisis line as assigned (generally once a month)

Apply with a formal resume, cover letter, and three references to Cassue@yanktonwebelieve.org