Employment

WomenShelter of Long Beach is dedicated to ending the cycle of domestic violence through compassionate intervention, education, and personal empowerment. WomenShelter is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and every person meeting the qualifications of the position is encouraged to apply.

WomenShelter of Long Beach prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status in all of its programs, activities, and employment practices.

Current Openings

Outreach and Education Coordinator

Position: Outreach and Education Coordinator
Reports To: Associate Director
FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Summary:
The Outreach and Education Coordinator will be responsible for meeting all identified goals intended to enhance the organization’s presence in the community. They will work on a variety of projects and events that further the domestic violence prevention, education and early intervention work of WSLB. The role of the Outreach and Education Coordinator is to act as a liaison between the public and WSLB in order to facilitate the accessibility of domestic violence education in the community. Under the general direction of the Associate Director, the Outreach and Education Coordinator will oversee volunteers and interns.

Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned)

Develop and implement an outreach and community engagement plan to broaden the agency’s Outreach and Education Department
Implement innovative partnerships and programs in conjunction with educational institutions, local business groups and service organizations to raise awareness
Design, develop, and produce training curriculum, awareness and outreach materials
Track income and expenses and establish budgets for outreach activities. Provide status reports relative to grants
Create social media and marketing materials for company website and distribution
Conduct client interviews in order to assess program development and WSLB service
Assist with the development of program materials for volunteers, clients and community members
Draft and prepare written correspondence
Know, understand, and observe mandated reporting requirements and file reports with the appropriate authorities as required by law
Coordinate, facilitate, and participate in community events, programs, fundraisers, and other various forums
Network, maintain, and expand partnerships with other community organizations, as it relates to the department’s activities
Oversee and develop the agency’s Intern and Volunteer Programs
Maintain adequate documentation of outreach, fundraising, and evaluation data. Documentation may include database management, maintenance of client files, service counts, log sheets, timecards, and any other data required

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Social Science, or related field preferred
1 year of professional experience, preferably in outreach and education or public relations
40-hour training required within 90 days of employment
Computer skills. Fluent with Microsoft Office Programs. Experience with Illustrator.

Skills Required
Bilingual in Spanish. Strong comfort level with public speaking and representing the agency. Detail oriented and skillful in graphic design. Strong work ethic, self-directed, able to coordinate multiple tasks, and highly motivated. Ability to prepare and maintain confidential records

Please send resume and cover letter to Amy Micheo, WSLB HR Coordinator at amicheo@womenshelterlb.org

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The WomenShelter of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering diversity within its staff.
Applications are encouraged from all persons regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical/physical/mental condition, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical
condition, age, marital status, or veteran status. Revised Date: 09/17/2019

On-Call Client Advocate

Job Description: On-Call Client Advocate
Reports To: Shelter Director
FLSA Status: On-Call, Non-Exempt
Ability to work non-traditional hours

Summary
The On Call Client Advocate acts as a substitute for WSLB Client Advocates who call in sick, take vacation or holiday time off. They are responsible for providing support to the clients residing at the shelter as necessary during a variety of shifts including weekends, graveyard shifts, holidays and other hours as needed. The On-Call Client Advocate will primarily be responsible for providing crisis intervention, counseling, referrals, support services and advocacy to victims of domestic violence in a confidential and safe environment.

Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned)

Provide crisis intervention, information and referrals to individuals calling the 24-hour hotline
Complete telephone intakes for individuals seeking access to the Emergency Shelter; assess and make determinations for appropriate criteria for admission into Shelter
Provide crisis intervention and conflict resolution to residents as needed
Engage clients and support the needs of clients in the shelter while maintaining shelter policies and procedures
Assist all clients being admitted or discharged from the program
Facilitate groups for adults/children
Responsible for maintaining statistical information (phone longs, client files, etc.)
Monitor adherence of shelter policies and procedures by clients, volunteers and visitors, including safety matters pertaining to the adult and children residing in the shelter
Responsible for overall shelter security and client safety during shifts
Provide support to all other program staff as needed
Assist with performing routine chores and cleaning tasks assigned to ensure the safety and cleanliness of the shelter.
Additional responsibilities on an as-needed basis

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year Domestic Violence case management experience
Knowledge and experience in CalWORKs, counseling, advocacy, and case management
Bilingual in Spanish
Valid CA driver’s license; valid auto insurance
40 hour DV Training Certificate; or to be completed within 3 months of beginning employment

Skills Required

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Must demonstrate informed sensitivity to the issue and experience of domestic abuse and the ability to respond effectively to people in crisis
Ability to maintain confidentiality

Please send resume and cover letter to Amy Micheo, HR Coordinator at amicheo@womenshelterlb.org

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