Safe Voices Domestic Violence and Sex Trafficking Resource Center is seeking an experienced, dynamic and engaging individual to fill the full-time role of Shelter Advocate. The primary focus of this position is assisting with the day-to-day operations and programming of our Androscoggin-based shelters and providing advocacy and case management services to survivors who are receiving emergency shelter services. No prior advocacy or shelter experience is required to succeed in this role. This position is based in Androscoggin County and the schedule requires one weekend day. 

 

Safe Voices is an equal opportunity employer, committed to growing a diverse staff.  We strongly encourage application from candidates of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, genders/gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, and those with lived experience of domestic violence or sexual exploitation or trafficking.  In addition, candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, ancestry or national origin, sex, immigration status, age, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. 

 

Primary Duties: 

• Providing individual advocacy and case management. 

• Complete intakes, assessments, goal planning, and discharges from shelter. 

• Assist with day-to-day operations of the shelter including meeting resident needs within the communal living environment, monitoring and restocking food supplies, organizing donations, assisting with internal office procedures and tasks, and monitoring the maintenance of shelter as assigned. 

• Provide safety planning, support, crisis intervention, information and referrals to community resources, and facilitate support groups for survivors.  

• Actively collaborates with partnering agencies, community resources, as well as Safe Voices advocacy team to provide information and referrals necessary to meet the individual’s needs. 

• Maintain all administrative files, client documentations, and records according to agency standards. 

 

Qualifications: 

• Pass State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) check 

• Pass Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) check 

• Pass Department of Motor Vehicle check 

• Hold valid Maine driver’s license, reliable transportation and willingness to travel on occasion 

• Prior MaineCare billing experience or a degree in social services field preferred, but not required 

• Experience in crisis and/or advocacy services  

 

Pay & Benefits: 

• Pay starts at $23.25 and will increase based on experience 

• Health, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance are 100% covered at no cost to employees. Accident insurance available at low cost.  

• Employer-sponsored health savings account for qualifying plans, with $1,500 deposit from employer. For non-HSA plans, employer pays $1,500 toward deductible.   

• 401K retirement savings w/employer match  

• 13 paid holidays (to include Juneteenth & Indigenous People’s Day)  

• 20 Days of accrued leave in first year  

• Flexible, family-friendly work options (to include compressed work schedule) 

Interested applicants can submit their resume and letter of interest to Megan Parks at mparks@safevoices.org. Resumes submitted without cover letters will not be reviewed. 

Safe Voices is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry or national origin, color, sex, immigration status, age, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. 

Safe Voices Domestic Violence and Sex Trafficking Resource Center is seeking an experienced, dynamic and engaging individual to fill the full-time role of Housing Navigation Coordinator. The primary focus of this position is to provide housing stability services aimed to overcome barriers to obtaining and maintaining housing to survivors of domestic abuse and violence throughout Androscoggin, Oxford and Franklin County, while coordinating all services provided in the program. No prior advocacy or housing experience is required to succeed in this role. This position is based in Androscoggin County but requires regular travel to Franklin County.

Safe Voices is an equal opportunity employer, committed to growing a diverse staff. We strongly encourage application from candidates of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, genders/gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, and those with lived experience of domestic violence or sexual exploitation or trafficking. In addition, candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, ancestry or national origin, sex, immigration status, age, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Primary Duties:

· Assist the shelter team in determining eligibility of clients for housing programs through the Emergency Shelter and Housing Assistance Program.

· Complete all necessary assessments with shelter clients to determine housing options.

· Provide support to survivors in shelter with finding and obtaining stable housing, and provide support to survivors once they move out of shelter with maintaining housing.

· Collaborate with partnering agencies, community resources, and landlords to provide information and referrals to meet the needs of survivors.

· Maintain all administrative files, client documentations, and records according to agency standards.

Qualifications:

· Pass State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) check

· Pass Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) check

· Pass Department of Motor Vehicle check

· Hold valid Maine driver’s license, reliable transportation and willingness to travel on occasion

· Experience in crisis and/or advocacy services

Pay & Benefits:

· Pay starts at $26.25 and will increase based on experience

· Health, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance are 100% covered at no cost to employees. Accident insurance available at low cost.

· Employer-sponsored health savings account for qualifying plans, with $1,500 deposit from employer. For non-HSA plans, employer pays $1,500 toward deductible.

· 401K retirement savings w/employer match

· 13 paid holidays (to include Juneteenth & Indigenous People’s Day)

· 20 Days of accrued leave in first year

· Flexible, family-friendly work options (to include compressed work schedule)

Interested applicants can submit their resume and letter of interest to Megan Parks at mparks@safevoices.org. Resumes submitted without cover letters will not be reviewed.

Safe Voices is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry or national origin, color, sex, immigration status, age, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Safe Voices Domestic Violence and Sex Trafficking Resource Center is seeking an experienced, dynamic and engaging individual to fill the part-time role of Domestic Violence Intervention Program (CDVIP) Facilitator. CDVIP is an educational program for men who have been convicted of domestic violence related crimes with the primary purpose to increase the safety of women and children by engaging participants to think critically about their choices and process of change. Classes take place in weekly sessions of up to 17 participants and must be co-facilitated by one male and one female facilitator. At this time, we are hiring for a female facilitator. There is flexibility in the schedule, but must be able to teach classes on Tuesday and Saturday mornings. This position is based in Androscoggin County, but may require occasional travel to Oxford and Franklin County.

Safe Voices is an equal opportunity employer, committed to growing a diverse staff. We strongly encourage application from candidates of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, genders/gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, and those with lived experience of domestic violence or sexual exploitation or trafficking. In addition, candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, ancestry or national origin, sex, immigration status, age, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Primary Duties:

· Prepare for classes in partnership with co-facilitator

· Facilitate classes in a manner consistent with the curriculum and agency standards

· Model respectful behavior and communication with co-facilitator and program participants

· Consult with co-facilitator to address issues with program participants, including excessive absences, problematic behavior, or safety concerns

· Assist as needed with data entry of participant information

Qualifications:

· Pass State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) check

· Pass Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) check

· Pass Department of Motor Vehicle check

· Hold valid Maine driver’s license, reliable transportation and willingness to travel on occasion

Pay & Benefits:

· Pay starts at $23.25 and will increase based on experience

Interested applicants can submit their resume and letter of interest to Tori Gelinas at tgelinas@safevoices.org. Resumes submitted without cover letters will not be reviewed.

Safe Voices is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry or national origin, color, sex, immigration status, age, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.