Weekend/PRN Case Aide at YWCA OF VAN WERT COUNTY

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionVan Wert YWCA seeks professional, motivated and compassionate individual for PRN/Weekend Case Aide Position.  Experience with victim services and related field preferable but not necessary.  Hourly wage based on education and experience. 24 hours on the weekend and PRN hours during the week.  Applicant must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.  Job DescriptionJob Title: Victim Advocate Weekend/PRNDepartment: Domestic Violence/Rape Crisis/Human TraffickingReports To: Director of Survivor ServicesStatus / Type: Non-Exempt, Part-TimeWorking Hours: 24 hours per week, as well as PRNResponsibilities:Provide transportation to the residents when needed to appointments, as well as grocery and food bank tripsCheck key fob system for resident safe hoursDaily well checks for cleanliness and communicating with residents when changes need to be made concerning the cleanliness of their roomsMonitoring resident contributions, creating weekly contribution charts Solicit, organize, and inventory community donationsOrganize and inventory the Resource Room, which includes the media center and resident storeIssue and keep track of the resident point reward systemAssist with YWCA functions as neededDocument all incoming telephone calls and community contactsOversee daily upkeep and maintenance of the bedrooms, commons area, and office spaceEnsure Human Service guidelines protecting the safety and well-being of children are followed and any violations are immediately reported to the Dept. of Children ServicesComply with, and enforce all agency policies, program rules, and safety rules Immediately report to supervisor and provide written incident report on all incidents which effect, or have the potential to effect, the health, safety and/or welfare of the residents or staff; within your ability and control, immediately correct any condition that creates a safety concern Treat all victims/residents and staff in a respectful mannerUphold resident confidentiality at all timesUphold YWCA rules and regulations at all timesMeet regularly with the Director of Victims Services.to discuss program progressWeekly rotation of on-call crisis phone and responding to sexual assault/rape crisis/human trafficking callsProvide general support of individual program participants and their children and overall facility monitoring.Be available to discuss current issues with program participantsOrient new program participants to the routine of the YWCAComplete safety checks of the facility at least once per shift and document any repairs neededCommunicate with the Case Coordinators regarding program participants and their needsDisplay conflict resolution skills and promote problem-solving among program participantsProvide skills training to program participants, including but not limited to: organizational skills and cleaningIntervene in a crisis according to protocols, including written follow-upMaintain building securityEnsure that program participants follow policies and proceduresPrepare and maintain all appropriate records when neededInform and assist program participants in filing victim’s compensation claims and accessing VINEServe as a positive role-model for program participantsAttend staff meetings and trainingsClerical and administrative duties may include answering phone calls on a multi-line telephone system, monitoring security, and knowledge of current technologyAssist with facilities upkeep, cleanliness, and maintenance as neededArrange for own substitutes to replace self if unable to work scheduled time. Inform supervisor and document as appropriatePerform all other duties as assigned by YWCA Director of Victim Services.Qualifications:HS Diploma requiredCollege courses in social services or related field preferredCompany DescriptionEstablished in 1916, YWCA of Van Wert County was built by local philanthropist, Mr. George Marsh, who also founded the Marsh Foundation, Hotel Marsh and the Van Wert County Hospital.“The House that George Built” was originally designed as a residency for young women leaving the farm to attend school or seek employment in town. At the time, the mission was to provide housing and social experiences for women. Today, the YWCA of Van Wert County programing serves as a modern extension of the original intent of the founder. YWCA provides Survivor Services Programs (Emergency & Long -Term Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault & Anti-Human Trafficking Shelter & Services), Youth Development programming and various mission related work. YWCA of Van Wert County is known as a leader in the community for its social services and provides ongoing efforts to adjust its service strategy to meet the needs of the ever-changing population and community.Company DescriptionEstablished in 1916, YWCA of Van Wert County was built by local philanthropist, Mr. George Marsh, who also founded the Marsh Foundation, Hotel Marsh and the Van Wert County Hospital.\r\r“The House that George Built” was originally designed as a residency for young women leaving the farm to attend school or seek employment in town. At the time, the mission was to provide housing and social experiences for women. \r\rToday, the YWCA of Van Wert County programing serves as a modern extension of the original intent of the founder. YWCA provides Survivor Services Programs (Emergency & Long -Term Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault & Anti-Human Trafficking Shelter & Services), Youth Development programming and various mission related work. YWCA of Van Wert County is known as a leader in the community for its social services and provides ongoing efforts to adjust its service strategy to meet the needs of the ever-changing population and community.