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Outreach Advocate - Job Description

Position: Outreach Advocate

Reporting Office: Mammoth Lakes, CA

Pay Range: $25.00-$28.74

Job Type: Full-time, hourly, non-exempt

Benefits: Employee retirement with employer contributions, medical insurance, paid holidays, vacation, sick accruals, and bilingual pay differential. (Benefits available after successful completion of the introductory period)

 

Job Description: Provides outreach to unserved/underserved communities in Inyo and Mono Counties. Provides evidence-based youth violence prevention education in school and community settings. Provides crisis intervention services to clients who have been affected by domestic violence and sexual assault, especially those from unserved/underserved communities. May work from home as program needs allow. This is a mandated reporting position. Reports to DV/SA Programs Coordinator.

 

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish.

• High School diploma or equivalency.

• Valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

• Required to work a flexible schedule that can include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and overnight travel.

• Ability to use a computer; proficiency with Office 365 and willing to learn industry specific software.

• Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving, analytical and decision-making skills.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision in both individual and team settings.

• Knowledge of professional office practices including proper conduct and dress; effective written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to organize, prioritize, and multi-task in a fast-paced work environment, work well under pressure, and deal appropriately with crisis and stress situations.

• Ability to work with people of diverse ethnic, cultural, religious, socio-economic, sexual, and political orientations.

• Willing to undergo to a live scan background check.

Preferred:

• Educational/professional background in public education, public health, prevention, social services, or a related field.

• At least one year of experience with a similar agency and/or working with unserved and underserved populations.

• Completed Wild Iris training or approved equivalent and be eligible for certification as a Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence Counselor pursuant to California Evidence Code Sections §1035.2- §1035.4 and §1037.1 - §1037.8.

 

Essential Job Duties:

• Complete Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence Counselor certification pursuant to California Evidence Code Sections §1035.2- §1035.4 and §1037.1 - §1037.8; participate in ongoing training to maintain certification. This training is provided by Wild Iris.

• Organize and facilitate regularly scheduled, public awareness-raising events and presentations in community settings.

• Implement evidence-based curricula for youth violence prevention programming in school and community settings.

• Provide outreach and direct services to clients in outlying areas and underserved communities in Inyo and Mono Counties.

• Provide support groups and educational presentations for incarcerated survivors in Inyo and Mono Counties in collaboration with the Support Group Advocate.

• Provide Spanish-language domestic violence and sexual assault support groups and psychoeducational classes in community settings in collaboration with the Support Group Advocate.

• Respond to walk in clients/hotline calls needing immediate assistance with issues relating to domestic violence and sexual assault.

• Provide crisis intervention services for persons directly or indirectly experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault.

• Respond to hospital and law enforcement calls to assist victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

• Provide Emergency Protective Order (EPO) and Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) assistance in Inyo and Mono Counties.

• Work after-hours shifts on 24-hour crisis line.

• Collaborate with referral agencies, especially those that provide services to underserved populations; provide professional training about Wild Iris services and programs.

• Provide culturally appropriate services and work with representatives of underserved communities to increase access to services.

• Provide Safe Haven services and other emergency support to survivors.

• Maintain accurate client records, documentation, data collection, and completion of reports and forms as outlined in grant requirements and Agency policy.

• Provide office coverage as needed in offices in Inyo and Mono Counties.

• Adhere to the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the agency including representing the agency in a professional manner and maintaining the highest standard of confidentiality.

• Work independently and as a member of the Wild Iris team.

• Make mandated reports of child, dependent adult, and elderly abuse or neglect per California Penal Code Section 11165.7

• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Bilingual Hotline Advocate - Job Description

 

Position: Bilingual Hotline Advocate

Reporting Office: Mammoth Lakes, CA

Pay Range: $25.00-$28.74                

Job Type: Full-time, hourly, non-exempt

Benefits: Employee retirement with employer contributions, medical insurance, paid holidays, vacation, and sick accruals.

(Benefits available after successful completion of introductory period.)

 

Job Description: Provides crisis intervention services outside of office hours and weekends to clients who have been affected by domestic violence and sexual assault. May work from home if scheduled outside of normal office hours. This is not a mandated reporting position. Reports to DV/SA Programs Coordinator. 

 

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish

• High School diploma or equivalency.

• Valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.

• Ability to use a computer and proficiency with Office 365 and learn industry specific software.

• Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving, analytical and decision-making skills.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision in both individual and team settings.

• Knowledge of professional office practices including proper conduct and dress.

• Ability to organize, prioritize, and multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.

• Ability to work well under pressure and deal appropriately with crisis and stress situations.

• Willing to undergo to a live scan background check.

Preferred:

• At least one year of experience with a similar agency.

• At least one year of experience performing similar or transferable duties.

• Completion of the Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence Counselor training pursuant to California Evidence Code, Article 8.7, Section 1037.1

 

Essential Job Duties:

• Respond to walk in clients or hotline calls needing immediate assistance with issues relating to domestic violence and sexual assault.

• Provide crisis intervention services for persons directly or indirectly experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault.

• Respond to hospital and law enforcement calls to assist victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

• Provide Emergency Protective Order (EPO) and Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) assistance in Inyo and Mono Counties.

• Available to work after-hours shifts on 24-hour crisis line.

• Collaborate with referral agencies and provide professional training.

• Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence Counselor certified pursuant to California Evidence Code, Article 8.7, Section 1037.1; participate in ongoing training to maintain certification. This training is provided by Wild Iris.

• Provide culturally sensitive services and work with representatives of underserved communities in our service area.

• Provide Safe Haven services and other emergency support to survivors.

• Maintain accurate client records, documentation, data collection, and completion of reports and forms as outlined in grant requirements and Agency policy.

• Complete all documentation required by law, grantors, and agency policies.

• Provide office coverage as needed at offices in Inyo and Mono Counties.

• Maintain accurate time keeping records in accordance with state and federal labor laws.

• Adhere to the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the agency including representing the agency in a professional manner and maintaining the highest standard of confidentiality.

• Participate in community outreach and education events as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.​

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DV/SA Programs Manager - Job Description

 

Position: DV/SA Programs Manager

Reporting Office: Bishop

Pay Range: $72,384 - $77,274                

Job Type: Full-time, salary, exempt

Benefits: Employee retirement with employer contributions, medical insurance, paid holidays, bilingual pay differential, vacation, and sick accruals. (Benefits available after successful completion of introductory period.)

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Job Description: Responsible for implementing Wild Iris’ domestic violence, sexual assault, and transitional housing programs throughout Inyo and Mono Counties in compliance with grant and legal requirements. Is a member of the Wild Iris Senior Leadership team. May work from home as program needs allow following introductory period. This is not a mandated reporting position. Supervises DVSA Programs Coordinator, Hotline Advocates, Housing Advocates, Outreach Advocate, & Support Group Advocate. Reports to Executive Director.

 

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field or significant professional social service experience.

• At least five years of experience in management and/or supervision and three years of experience delivering direct client services.

• Ability to use a computer; proficiency with Office 365 and willing to learn industry specific software.

• Familiarity with creating and executing project budgets, collecting and managing data, and applying for and reporting on grants.

• Must abide by laws and grant regulations regarding employment practices, confidentiality, ethics, and Wild Iris policies.

• Respectful and effective communication, writing, and presentation skills; ability to train others to perform job duties.

• Ability to learn complex tasks and processes, manage multiple deadlines, delegate work, and organize a team to complete objectives.

• Detail-oriented, organized, self-motivated, and committed to high-quality service delivery.

• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

• Willing to work a flexible schedule that can include days, evenings, nights, weekends, or overnight travel.

• Ability to work well under pressure and deal appropriately with crisis and stress situations.

• Willing to undergo to a live scan background check.

Preferred:

• HIGHLY PREFERRED: Bilingual and biliterate – English and Spanish.

• Graduate degree in relevant field and/or California professional license in a relevant field in good standing.

• Experience with a similar agency performing similar or transferable duties.

• Completed Wild Iris training or approved equivalent and be eligible for certification as a Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence Counselor pursuant to California Evidence Code Sections §1035.2- §1035.4 and §1037.1 - §1037.8.

 

Essential Job Duties:

• Complete Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence Counselor certification pursuant to California Evidence Code Sections §1035.2- §1035.4 and §1037.1 - §1037.8; participate in ongoing training to maintain certification. This training is provided by Wild Iris.

• Train staff and volunteers pursuant to California Evidence Code Sections §1035.2- §1035.4 and §1037.1 - §1037.8.

• Provide and monitor continuing education for staff and volunteers.  

• Supervise and evaluate direct reports, participate in staff and volunteer recruitment, participate in personnel decisions.

• Develop and monitor implementation of best practice program policies and procedures.

• Oversee provision of direct services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault; provide backup support as needed.

• Create and manage 24-hour hotline schedule.

• Available to work after-hours shifts on 24-hour crisis line and respond in person to law enforcement and hospitals.

• Oversee program budget in conjunction with Fiscal Department; approve expenditures by program staff.

• Create and implement internal programmatic controls.

• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners; participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.

• Maintain confidential records of all services for data collection in collaboration with the DVSA Programs Coordinator.

• Attend meetings and provide supervision as needed in offices in Inyo and Mono Counties.

• Serve as back up for the DVSA Programs Coordinator in their absence.

• Adhere to the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the agency including representing the agency in a professional manner and maintaining the highest standard of integrity and confidentiality.

• Oversee provision of support groups, youth violence prevention programming, community outreach events, and educational events and presentations.

• Oversee mandated reporting of child, dependent adult, and elder abuse or neglect per California Penal Code Section 11165.7.

• Oversee the Transitional Housing program, application process, case management services, and resident move-ins/move-outs.

• Oversee provision of culturally sensitive services and work with representatives of under-served communities in our service area.

• Provide leadership and oversee the day-to-day operations of the agency in collaboration with other members of the Senior Leadership Team in the absence of the Executive Director.

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation and submittal of progress reports and non-competitive grant applications to grantors.

• Prepare statistical reports on program activities for distribution in Board packet; give written and verbal reports to the Board.

• Perform other duties as assigned.