YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish
Rapid Rehousing Advocate - Seattle
YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Overview
Rapid Rehousing Advocate, Gender Based Violence, in South King County, WA. The role focuses on advocacy for adult survivors through outreach, direct services and support groups. The overall goal is to assist survivors in safety planning, life skills, employment, safe housing, using trauma-informed care with a strength-based approach and culturally relevant services. YWCA’s Gender Based Violence Specialized Services meet the needs of survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and commercial sexual exploitation. This position is fully onsite at YWCA offices. Note:
This position is fully onsite at YWCA Offices. Why work with YWCA Seattle King Snohomish? YWCA SKS is the region’s largest non-profit organization with a 120+ year legacy, focused on the needs of women, with programs serving 7,000 people each year. When you work with YWCA, you make a difference. We’re women and BIPOC-led, family-centered, and supportive of employees. As a full-time YWCA employee (30+ hours), you’ll enjoy a benefits package including medical insurance, generous vacation, holiday, sick leave plans, and an outstanding retirement plan. Put your passion for racial equity and social justice to work –
apply today!
What You’ll Do
YWCA Seattle King Snohomish , one of the largest nonprofits in the region, focuses on the needs of women, girls, and families in the community. The organization is seeking a
Rapid Rehousing Advocate, Gender Based Violence
to join their team in the
South King County, WA area .
The Rapid Rehousing Advocate
provides advocacy to adult survivors through outreach, direct services and support groups. The overall goal is to assist survivors in safety planning, life skills, employment, safe housing, using a trauma-informed care model with a strength-based approach and culturally relevant services.
Responsibilities
Provide culturally relevant advocacy with a trauma-informed approach for survivors of gender-based violence, fleeing imminent danger Provide immediate, emergency basic needs and direct resources to increase economic self-sufficiency, life skills training regarding housing location, budgeting, tenant responsibilities, and other housing-related skills Work in partnership with property owners and management companies, and debtors, to ensure success in obtaining permanent housing Respond to referrals and pre-screen to evaluate eligibility for DV-RRH and conduct initial intake with survivors to assess housing needs Adhere to all confidentiality guidelines Assess clients for housing needs and develop housing stability plans to address barriers/goals Provide ongoing referrals to health, legal and social service systems that promote a safety plan and healthy relationships Maintain accurate client files/spreadsheets, complete HMIS, ensure timely data collection and monthly reporting and adhere to all client confidentiality guidelines Manage a caseload of 15-20 survivors in varying stages of housing Assess survivor strengths and challenges and assist family in developing housing stability goals and action steps Demonstrate ability to interact with people of different cultures Attend all required scheduled staff meetings and trainings
Qualifications & Core Competencies
Demonstrated understanding of the intersection of racism and poverty and foster diversity and social justice advocacy for those furthest from opportunities (specifically African American and other women of color) One year of experience with housing/shelter work with survivors who have experienced gender-based violence Vehicle with valid WA driver’s license; ability to travel independently between multiple work sites within a day Strong knowledge and experience in maintaining confidentiality Strong orientation toward advocacy with ability to navigate multiple systems (human services, health, law enforcement, etc.) Core competencies: discernment/judgment, professional boundaries, organizational understanding, strong communication (oral and written) Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and cellphone texting Knowledge of community resources and ability to handle complicated situations Ability and willingness to work independently and as part of a team Maintain 20 hours of continued education hours on advocacy-based DV
Physical Demands
Continuously sit for extended periods while performing desktop activities Standing and walking as part of duties Repetitively use hands and wrists for phone calls, computers, and office tasks Occasionally lift and carry up to 5 lbs of materials
Hours, Rate, & Benefits
Hourly Rate: $28.00 Excellent benefits package including medical insurance, retirement plan, generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave plans Enrollment in Fidelity 403b Plan at hire; after two years, eligibility to participate in the YWCA Retirement Fund
YWCA encourages applicants with a variety of experiences to apply!
At YWCA, we recognize that lived expertise is a powerful asset. This refers to the insights, knowledge, and skills developed by those who have navigated systems and experienced inequity.
Valuing lived expertise helps build trust with program participants, develop culturally responsive programs, and break down barriers to equity. It enriches our collective understanding and enhances our ability to serve communities that are furthest from opportunity.
Equal Opportunity Employment
YWCA Seattle King Snohomish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To read more about this, view the EEO Law poster and the EEO Law Poster Supplement.
For more information Contact us at careers@ywcaworks.org with any questions or if you need accommodation for your application.
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Rapid Rehousing Advocate, Gender Based Violence, in South King County, WA. The role focuses on advocacy for adult survivors through outreach, direct services and support groups. The overall goal is to assist survivors in safety planning, life skills, employment, safe housing, using trauma-informed care with a strength-based approach and culturally relevant services. YWCA’s Gender Based Violence Specialized Services meet the needs of survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and commercial sexual exploitation. This position is fully onsite at YWCA offices. Note:
This position is fully onsite at YWCA Offices. Why work with YWCA Seattle King Snohomish? YWCA SKS is the region’s largest non-profit organization with a 120+ year legacy, focused on the needs of women, with programs serving 7,000 people each year. When you work with YWCA, you make a difference. We’re women and BIPOC-led, family-centered, and supportive of employees. As a full-time YWCA employee (30+ hours), you’ll enjoy a benefits package including medical insurance, generous vacation, holiday, sick leave plans, and an outstanding retirement plan. Put your passion for racial equity and social justice to work –
apply today!
What You’ll Do
YWCA Seattle King Snohomish , one of the largest nonprofits in the region, focuses on the needs of women, girls, and families in the community. The organization is seeking a
Rapid Rehousing Advocate, Gender Based Violence
to join their team in the
South King County, WA area .
The Rapid Rehousing Advocate
provides advocacy to adult survivors through outreach, direct services and support groups. The overall goal is to assist survivors in safety planning, life skills, employment, safe housing, using a trauma-informed care model with a strength-based approach and culturally relevant services.
Responsibilities
Provide culturally relevant advocacy with a trauma-informed approach for survivors of gender-based violence, fleeing imminent danger Provide immediate, emergency basic needs and direct resources to increase economic self-sufficiency, life skills training regarding housing location, budgeting, tenant responsibilities, and other housing-related skills Work in partnership with property owners and management companies, and debtors, to ensure success in obtaining permanent housing Respond to referrals and pre-screen to evaluate eligibility for DV-RRH and conduct initial intake with survivors to assess housing needs Adhere to all confidentiality guidelines Assess clients for housing needs and develop housing stability plans to address barriers/goals Provide ongoing referrals to health, legal and social service systems that promote a safety plan and healthy relationships Maintain accurate client files/spreadsheets, complete HMIS, ensure timely data collection and monthly reporting and adhere to all client confidentiality guidelines Manage a caseload of 15-20 survivors in varying stages of housing Assess survivor strengths and challenges and assist family in developing housing stability goals and action steps Demonstrate ability to interact with people of different cultures Attend all required scheduled staff meetings and trainings
Qualifications & Core Competencies
Demonstrated understanding of the intersection of racism and poverty and foster diversity and social justice advocacy for those furthest from opportunities (specifically African American and other women of color) One year of experience with housing/shelter work with survivors who have experienced gender-based violence Vehicle with valid WA driver’s license; ability to travel independently between multiple work sites within a day Strong knowledge and experience in maintaining confidentiality Strong orientation toward advocacy with ability to navigate multiple systems (human services, health, law enforcement, etc.) Core competencies: discernment/judgment, professional boundaries, organizational understanding, strong communication (oral and written) Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and cellphone texting Knowledge of community resources and ability to handle complicated situations Ability and willingness to work independently and as part of a team Maintain 20 hours of continued education hours on advocacy-based DV
Physical Demands
Continuously sit for extended periods while performing desktop activities Standing and walking as part of duties Repetitively use hands and wrists for phone calls, computers, and office tasks Occasionally lift and carry up to 5 lbs of materials
Hours, Rate, & Benefits
Hourly Rate: $28.00 Excellent benefits package including medical insurance, retirement plan, generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave plans Enrollment in Fidelity 403b Plan at hire; after two years, eligibility to participate in the YWCA Retirement Fund
YWCA encourages applicants with a variety of experiences to apply!
At YWCA, we recognize that lived expertise is a powerful asset. This refers to the insights, knowledge, and skills developed by those who have navigated systems and experienced inequity.
Valuing lived expertise helps build trust with program participants, develop culturally responsive programs, and break down barriers to equity. It enriches our collective understanding and enhances our ability to serve communities that are furthest from opportunity.
Equal Opportunity Employment
YWCA Seattle King Snohomish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To read more about this, view the EEO Law poster and the EEO Law Poster Supplement.
For more information Contact us at careers@ywcaworks.org with any questions or if you need accommodation for your application.
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