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Norfolk Now

Bilingual Shelter Advocate

Norfolk Now, Norfolk, Virginia, United States, 23500

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Overview Position with Bright Horizons in Norfolk. Base pay range listed: $40,000.00/yr - $41,600.00/yr. Job posting indicates the posting expires 11/1/2025.

Base pay $40,000.00/yr - $41,600.00/yr

Responsibilities

Provide advocacy services including safe and confidential emergency shelter to survivors and their children

Provide advocacy, information, referral services, court advocacy, case management, and follow up services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, human trafficking and stalking

Assist in developing safety plans for survivors and their children

Assist with coverage for crisis services and be on call 24 hours a day while tasked with this responsibility (during on-call time, the Advocate must refrain from consuming alcohol and must stay within a 30-minute drive time of the business office)

Handle crisis line calls, provide support, information, services and referrals as needed

Carry out and/or assist with intakes

Provide support, information, and referral services to survivors and their children and/or families

Provide assistance with protection orders; accompany survivors to court for court hearings

Provide transportation to survivors and their children as necessary and reasonable in accordance with our Transportation Policy

Collaborate with law enforcement, probation officers, prosecutors, and courts along with medical and counseling organizations to better serve the needs of survivors and their children

Maintain all necessary statistical data and records in the database

Assist in developing and implementing an outreach program so that the community is aware of Bright Horizons and the services that we provide

Assist in providing informational presentations as requested

Travel throughout the area to distribute brochures, posters, and informational materials

Monitor all shelter activities during the Advocate’s shift

Stock shelter house with groceries and supplies as needed

Assist with cleaning and maintenance of the shelter house and grounds

Attend trainings offered to increase knowledge of advocacy and prevention

Stay up-to-date on current research regarding domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, human trafficking and stalking

Compile statistics used for grant reports

Attend weekly staff briefings and monthly All Staff meetings to stay current with agency and advocacy-related developments

Provide advocacy services to all Spanish speaking clients throughout our service area

Assist with developing an outreach program to the Spanish speaking community

Plan and conduct outreach at the Tyson Fresh Meat plant as requested

Provide case management and assistance with clients applying for legal status through the immigration process

Meet with transitional shelter clients weekly to monitor their progress

Conform with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations as well as all Bright Horizons’ policies and procedures

Maintain a positive, professional working relationship with representatives of Bright Horizons’ business partners, co-workers, volunteers, and supervisors within Bright Horizons

Complete any other duties as assigned by supervisor

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

At least 21 years of age with a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent

Dedication to the goals of Bright Horizons

Valid Nebraska driver’s license with no more than three points assessed, automobile insurance, and vehicle

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to work sensitively with survivors and their children in crisis situations

Maturity, honesty, and a non-judgmental attitude

Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with staff and volunteers

Ability to remain calm in crisis situations

An interest in and knowledge of issues related to domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, human trafficking and stalking

General computer experience

Proficient in a second language

An interest in and knowledge of issues related to immigration

Compensation Details Annual Salary $41,600

Benefits

Generous PTO

Employee Assistance Plan

Flexible work schedule

IRA

Vision & Dental

How to Apply Email resume to housingsupervisor@brighthorizonsne.org

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

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