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Crisis Advocate (On-Call)

Ywcaworks
Location
Seattle, WA
Posted
29 days ago
Department
Emergency Shelter
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Experience in providing supportive services to vulnerable populations
  • Understanding of harm reduction and housing first models
  • Knowledge of antiracism principles and their application in social work
  • Ability to develop action plans for client stabilization
What the job really is

As a Crisis Advocate at YWCA Seattle King Snohomish, you will provide supportive services to homeless women at Angeline's Day Center, focusing on building trusting relationships and helping participants identify their strengths and needs. The role emphasizes social justice and requires critical thinking regarding racism and poverty, while also addressing the trauma experienced by clients.

Benefits
  • Medical insurance
  • Generous vacation
  • Holiday and sick leave plans
  • Outstanding retirement plan
Things to weigh
  • Position involves potential exposure to secondary trauma due to client interactions
  • Focus on social justice may require strong alignment with YWCA's values
  • Role is on-call, which may affect job stability
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