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Peaceful Paths is the state certified domestic violence center that serves adult and child survivors in Alachua, Bradford, and Union counties. We are seeking compassionate, dedicated individuals committed to providing advocacy to survivors seeking safety and support. In depth training is provided. Working for survivors is rewarding and has long-lasting impact. Our welcoming staff culture promotes self-care and transparency and encourages personal growth.
We provide services to local survivors of intimate partner violence..
PRN Residential Advocate
Flexible schedule up to FT as assigned including overnight and weekend shifts
View full position summary here.
Principal Job Duties
1. Provide shelter coverage, including security system monitoring, conducting routine safety checks, addressing communal living agreement issues and implementing other safety measures as identified in shelter policies.
2. Provide direct shelter services, including but not limited to admitting and exiting residents, answering the helpline, and providing appropriate crisis counseling.
3. Provide critical services such as completing shelter intakes, safety planning, providing advocacy, basic needs assessments and community referrals.
4. Maintain resident records (electronic and paper) and other documentation as required or assigned.
5. Monitor and assist with maintaining safe facility operations by ensuring cleanliness, safe and operational equipment/furnishings, and equitable access and availability of essential supplies.
Email cover letter and resume to Sabriena Williams at sabrienaw@peacefulpaths.org.
No calls please.
Residential Youth Services Advocate
Monday-Friday 12:30-8:30 pm
View full position summary here.
Principal Job Duties
1. Plan and implement age-appropriate activities for youth groups and educational programming.
2. Provide support for other education and youth programming as needed.
3. Provide childcare for participants as scheduling allows.
4. Complete youth risk assessments and other related documentation within required timeframes.
5. Potentially identify and work with youth who may have been victims of physical, sexual, and/or emotional abuse as well as neglect, and appropriately coordinate applicable services with leadership guidance.
6. Coordinate parent/guardian/family support services with other staff to address needs that arise.
7. Provide support, guidance, and referrals to parent/guardian/family as appropriate.
8. Maintain accurate files (electronic and paper) for all appropriate participants within required timeframes.
9. Supervise volunteers/interns with scheduling, facilitating check-ins, and giving performance feedback.
10. Maintain safe and organized program areas including creating/following a regular cleaning schedule for the
group room, play areas, playgrounds and storage areas.
Send cover letter and resume to Hannah Thompson at hannaht@peacefulpaths.org.
No calls please.
Outreach Youth Services Advocate
Full time Monday - Friday
Evening hours 5:00pm-8:30pm may be required; Overtime-eligible
View full position summary here.
Principal Job Duties
1. Plan and implement age-appropriate empowerment activities for youth support groups and program activities throughout agency service areas.
2. Provide support for other education and youth programming as needed.
3. Provide childcare for participants as scheduling allows.
4. Complete youth risk assessments and other related documentation within required timeframes.
5. Potentially identify and work with youth who may have been victims of physical, sexual, and/or emotional abuse as well as neglect, and appropriately coordinate applicable services with leadership guidance.
6. Coordinate parent/guardian/family support services with other staff to address needs that arise.
7. Provide support, guidance, and referrals to parent/guardian/family as appropriate.
8. Maintain accurate files (electronic and paper) for all appropriate participants within required timeframes.
9. Supervise volunteers/interns with scheduling, facilitating check-ins, and giving performance feedback.
10. Maintain safe and organized environment for all participants. This includes keeping a regular cleaning schedule for the group room, play areas, playgrounds and storage areas.
Secondary Job Duties
1. Serve as a representative with community partners whose primary efforts address youth issues and needs.
2. Make educational community presentations on domestic violence and agency services as needed/requested.
3. Attend full staff meetings, trainings, and interagency meetings as requested/needed.
4. Complete other duties as assigned by the Director of Education & Youth Services.
Send cover letter and resume to Hannah Thompson at hannaht@peacefulpaths.org.
No calls please.
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