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YWCA of Western Mass. Direct Service Advocate-Every other wknd in Springfield, Massachusetts
Direct Service AdvocateSYPPPT_2ND sHIFT Weekly Hours: Part time, 15/bi-weekly; Every Other Weekend; 3pm-11pm Salary Range: \$20.00 To 20.00 Hourly Department: Springfield Young Parent Program Reports to: Director of Teen Residential Programs Schedule: Part-Time, 15 hours/bi-weekly; Every Other Weekend 3pm-11pm FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Starting Rate: \$20 The YWCA of Western MA is dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering survivors. We provide a safe place for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. Our programs and services include crisis shelter and transitional housing for survivors and their families, counseling, SAFEPLAN court advocacy, community education, supervised visitation, and violence prevention education. The YWCA provides services at several sites, including Holyoke, Northampton, Westfield, and our primary Springfield campus. Position Purpose The Direct Service Advocate (DSA) is responsible for providing support, advocacy and role modeling to adult, teen and child program participants living in the YWCA\'s residential programs. DSA\'s are part of a team model working with peers, supervisors, clinicians and outside connections to best serve program participants. DSA\'s support the agency mission and trauma informed service model in order to provide safe, consistent and quality services to vulnerable populations. SEE THE YWCA WEBSITE FOR COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION Qualifications A.A. or equivalent education or experience in a human service field, preferred; At least one year of counseling and direct service experience; Experience in a domestic violence setting; Experience with survivors of gender-based violence and exploitation; Experience addressing the impacts of decisions and actions on multiple communities; Understanding of both interpersonal and structural racism and bias; Access to reliable transportation and valid driver\'s license; and Must be able to lift 40 lbs. BENEFITS The YWCA offers a wide range of competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, generous paid time-off, and an employer-matched retirement plan. INTRODUCTORY PERIOD All employment at the YWCA begins with a 120-day Introductory Period.