Wellspring

Victim Advocate - New View Housing Program

  • Wellspring
  • Malta, NY
  • Full Time
  • 21 days ago
Salary
$24 - $27.5 / Hour

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Job Description

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from various backgrounds. Wellspring will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Do you want a career that is more than just a paycheck?

Do you enjoy being part of a supportive team dedicate to helping others?

Do you want to work somewhere that is dedicated to providing professional development opportunities?

Do you enjoy staying busy during your workday?

Are you self-motivated and a problem solver?

Would you find meaning in working to end relationship and sexual abuse in our community?

Then Wellspring might have the job you’ve been looking for!

Here’s what a former staff person wrote to us:

“I hope you know how important the work you’re doing is and how much working at this agency molded me into the person I am today.

It’s the hardest, most rewarding job. Wellspring is a cause I hold deep in my heart as I do the staff who work there.”

Wellspring, located in Saratoga County, provides crisis and support services to people who have experienced domestic violence or sexual assault… and we also work with our community on prevention and social change programs.

Sound interesting?

We also offer:

A comprehensive training program and on-going supervisory support

A generous benefits package that includes:

  • health, dental, and vision insurance
  • telemedicine plan
  • flexible spending plan,
  • life insurance 403B retirement saving plan with agency contributions to your retirement, and an
  • employee assistance program.

EMPLOYEE JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Victim Advocate - New View Housing Program

Overview: The victim advocate provides a wide range of services to individuals and families who have experienced relationship and sexual abuse, including crisis services, short-term counseling, comprehensive case management services, and regular in-home services to participants in our rent subsidized housing program.

Minimum Qualifications:

“I hope you know how important the work you’re doing is and how much working at this agency molded me into the person I am today. It’s the hardest, most rewarding job.” Former Wellspring Employee

People who are bilingual in English and Spanish strongly encouraged to apply.

TO APPLY - please submit a cover letter and a resume.

Wellspring is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, culturally inclusive work environment and prohibits discrimination against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic disposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $27.50 per hour

Expected hours: 34 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • On call

Work Location: In person

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