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Sexual, Domestic & Dating Violence
Services & Prevention
24-Hour Helplines:
866-95-DOVES 308-436-HELP
24-Hour Text line: 515-599-6620
Gering Advocacy & Housing Specialist
The Gering Client Advocacy/Housing Specialist will:
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Provide direct services via our 24-hour helpline
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Provide direct services via face-to-face interactions
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Provide clients with safety planning and information about civil and/or criminal justice system
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Respond to requests for advocacy from law enforcement and health care professionals
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Assess the need for additional services and make appropriate referrals in-house and to other community resources
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Advocate on behalf of clients with other community agencies
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Assess housing barriers to determine housing and service needs
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Identify client strengths and assist clients to reduce barriers
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Develop a housing plan
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Assist clients in locating and securing housing of their choice
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Provide advocacy with landlords to develop a workable plan to obtain and/or maintain housing
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Serve as an ongoing liaison between property managers, landlords, and participants
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Provide pro-active follow-up to ensure stability and further progress toward self-sufficiency
Basic Requirements
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High school diploma/GED
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Valid driver's license
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Safe & reliable transportation
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Current car insurance
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Cell Phone
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Successful completion of criminal background check, CPS/APS background check, and Driver’s License check
Work Hours
This position will typically work 36 hours per week.
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Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm (with 1-hour lunch break)
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Wednesday 8:00am – 5:00pm (with 1-hour lunch break)
This position will also provide direct services via our 24-hour helpline & text line and in-person as needed:
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1 Nightshift per week or every other week
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1 Weekend shift every 5-6 weeks
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2-3 Holidays per year
Starting pay for this position is $15 an hour. Benefits include paid time off and health and dental insurance.
Flexibility is required.
Please read this Additional Information carefully before applying.
