Shelter Advocate– Abbie Shelter

Organization: Abbie Shelter
Job Title: Shelter Advocate
City: Kalispell
State: MT

Annual Salary: 41,600-56,160

Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in a human services related field OR have two years of experience providing direct service to similar populations. However, candidates with relevant professional or lived experience will be considered on an individual basis.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Passion for the mission of the Abbie Shelter.
- Proficiency in use of Google Drive and Microsoft Office.
- Provide own transportation, lift up to 40 lbs, and work under conditions including: variable weather, noise, and other potentially unpredictable situations.
- Provide trauma-informed care with firm personal boundaries.

Description:
The Shelter Advocate oversees “all things shelter”, from the shelter residents to the shelter facility itself. Our shelter has 6 bedrooms and averages at 90+% occupancy, serving 100+ adults and children each year. The Shelter Advocate provides direct services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence, dating violence, stalking, and any form of intimate partner violence who are in need of residential services. This position performs assessments and intakes, provides case management and care coordination, and offers wrap-around support for shelter residents. The Shelter Advocate collaborates with other direct services staff, survivors, and community partners as a key link in systems of care and support. This is a non-entry-level position. This is a direct services position that is key in fulfilling the mission of a dynamic and effective organization. Applicants will be requested to engage in a background check process prior to hiring.

Direct Service: Serve as a key member of the Abbie Shelter’s direct services team. Provide trauma-informed, structured, and compassionate services to all residential survivors, focusing on the core mission of safety, independence, and empowerment. A high level of coordination and collaboration is required across the direct service team. Responsibilities include and are not limited to:

- Crisis intervention
- Assessment
- Intake
- Case management
- Care coordination
- Conflict resolution and mediation
- Community advocacy
- Transportation
- Providing wraparound services for survivors

Benefits:
The Abbie Shelter is committed to providing employees with wages that are competitive in our area and a benefits package including: health insurance, generous PTO policy, retirement benefits, and paid professional development. Wages are $20.00 - $27.00 per hour DOE.

Application Information:
Open Date: 2024-08-21
Close Date: 2024-09-09

Instructions: Please send a resume and letter of interest to rachel@abbieshelter.org

Applications accepted immediately and position is open until filled.

Preferred start date: September 9, 2024.