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Crisis Line Advocate

Friends of the Family -
Waterloo, IA

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Job Details

Part-time

Qualifications

Confidential information handling
High school diploma or GED
Schedule management

Full Job Description

What You Will Do:

Identify and pursue safe alternatives to hotel stays whenever possible.
Provide advocacy, crisis counseling, and access to crisis services and housing programs to callers on our

crisis line.

Support the crisis services team in navigating safe shelter options and diversion strategies for survivors of

violence.

Provide victim advocacy, crisis counseling and education to survivors of violence staying at Friends House.
Comply with data tracking and documentation requirements.
Works remote and provides virtual support.

Looking for availability for: 8:00 am to 4:00pm and 5:00pm-10:00pm shifts totaling 20 hours a week.

How You Will Succeed:

People First- When you exhibit people first, you show genuine care/concern for the well-being and success of others

and act accordingly to support/uplift them.

Discover & Do- When you exhibit discover and do, you take action to solve problems, improve functionality and

make things happen.

Equity and Inclusion- When you exhibit equity and inclusion you foster an environment where all people feel

welcome, valued and that they can contribute their unique talents and experiences.

Grit - When you exhibit grit you work to achieve excellence and continuously improve, even in the face of challenges

and adversity.

Understand, align with and practice under the following philosophies/models: Housing First Model, TraumaInformed Care, Client-Centered Approach, Harm Reduction, and Low-Barrier Shelter.
Believe in our 10-year vision: Everyone has a home.
Believe in our mission: We are ending homelessness by leading with the Housing First approach, driving systemic

change through strong community partnerships, and providing individualized support that prioritizes client choice.

Understand the 6 components of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS).

Job Qualification and Competencies:

Must demonstrate ability to organize, prioritize and plan work to meet deadlines.
Ensure confidentiality is in place for all people FOF serves.
High School Graduate with a minimum of two years work experience.
Previous experience in the following preferred: victim services, crisis intervention, housing programming, and/or

case management.

Ability to pass state, federal, and child abuse background checks.

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