The Ion Center For Violence Prevention
Crisis Intervention Specialist-Residential (Part-Time 3rd Shift)
The Ion Center For Violence Prevention, Maysville, Kentucky, United States, 41056
Overview
Crisis Intervention Specialist-Residential (Part-Time 3rd Shift) The Ion Center for Violence Prevention is a non-profit agency serving 13 Kentucky counties with a mission to provide the best care for people impacted by power-based personal violence and to reduce harm. Services are free and confidential. This part-time Residential Crisis Intervention Specialist role supports resident-victims at the Buffalo Trace shelter by answering hotline calls, maintaining a welcoming environment, connecting with and supporting victim-survivors, and addressing other needs as they arise. This position has hours that range from 9:00 pm to 7:00 am. Responsibilities
Intake and Assessment: maintain client confidentiality; field crisis hotline calls, texts, and chat; assess and identify client needs; provide and connect clients with community resources; assist clients with completing agency paperwork; aid clients in developing safety plans. Counseling and Case Management: provide trauma-informed individual/family and/or group counseling; educate survivors on topics relevant to partner violence, sexual violence, and stalking; identify client goals related to benefits, childcare, education, budget, and housing needs; transport clients to meet goals. Advocacy: provide support for clients navigating the legal system (including accompanying to court, educating on the legal system, assisting with filing protection orders); support Ion Center in providing essential services to victims (hospital advocacy on call, hotline, and emergency shelter); collaborate with community partners, law enforcement, medical staff, and social service agencies; assist with crime victim compensation. Communication, Teamwork, and Administration: maintain client files and documentation; attend related meetings and trainings; report stats for funders; accept and disseminate donations; contribute to a clean, trauma-informed work environment; collaborate across agency sites. Other duties: duties may change at any time with or without notice. Qualifications
Knowledge and skills typically gained through a degree from an accredited college/university; or a high school diploma or equivalent with one to two years related experience. Knowledge of Trauma-Informed Care. Ability to work under highly stressful, crisis-oriented situations. Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain a high level of confidentiality. Outstanding empathetic and listening skills. Professional oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaborate on a team. Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills. Complete trainings for funding requirements and knowledge building. Must be a minimum age of 18. Mental/Physical Activities
Speaking, seeing, hearing, standing, writing, walking, including climbing steps; carry, pull, lift, stoop, kneel. Operate related office equipment (keyboard, monitor, camera, copier, fax, phones, etc.). Position may involve exposure to infectious diseases and stressful situations. The Ion Center offers an inclusive and supportive work environment, employee assistance program, flexible scheduling, and more! This is an hourly position with a pay of $19.00/hour and anticipated hours ranging from 10-25 per week. The Ion Center for Violence Prevention is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. State law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment for all positions. The organization participates in E-Verify.
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Crisis Intervention Specialist-Residential (Part-Time 3rd Shift) The Ion Center for Violence Prevention is a non-profit agency serving 13 Kentucky counties with a mission to provide the best care for people impacted by power-based personal violence and to reduce harm. Services are free and confidential. This part-time Residential Crisis Intervention Specialist role supports resident-victims at the Buffalo Trace shelter by answering hotline calls, maintaining a welcoming environment, connecting with and supporting victim-survivors, and addressing other needs as they arise. This position has hours that range from 9:00 pm to 7:00 am. Responsibilities
Intake and Assessment: maintain client confidentiality; field crisis hotline calls, texts, and chat; assess and identify client needs; provide and connect clients with community resources; assist clients with completing agency paperwork; aid clients in developing safety plans. Counseling and Case Management: provide trauma-informed individual/family and/or group counseling; educate survivors on topics relevant to partner violence, sexual violence, and stalking; identify client goals related to benefits, childcare, education, budget, and housing needs; transport clients to meet goals. Advocacy: provide support for clients navigating the legal system (including accompanying to court, educating on the legal system, assisting with filing protection orders); support Ion Center in providing essential services to victims (hospital advocacy on call, hotline, and emergency shelter); collaborate with community partners, law enforcement, medical staff, and social service agencies; assist with crime victim compensation. Communication, Teamwork, and Administration: maintain client files and documentation; attend related meetings and trainings; report stats for funders; accept and disseminate donations; contribute to a clean, trauma-informed work environment; collaborate across agency sites. Other duties: duties may change at any time with or without notice. Qualifications
Knowledge and skills typically gained through a degree from an accredited college/university; or a high school diploma or equivalent with one to two years related experience. Knowledge of Trauma-Informed Care. Ability to work under highly stressful, crisis-oriented situations. Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain a high level of confidentiality. Outstanding empathetic and listening skills. Professional oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaborate on a team. Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills. Complete trainings for funding requirements and knowledge building. Must be a minimum age of 18. Mental/Physical Activities
Speaking, seeing, hearing, standing, writing, walking, including climbing steps; carry, pull, lift, stoop, kneel. Operate related office equipment (keyboard, monitor, camera, copier, fax, phones, etc.). Position may involve exposure to infectious diseases and stressful situations. The Ion Center offers an inclusive and supportive work environment, employee assistance program, flexible scheduling, and more! This is an hourly position with a pay of $19.00/hour and anticipated hours ranging from 10-25 per week. The Ion Center for Violence Prevention is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. State law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment for all positions. The organization participates in E-Verify.
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