Career Opportunities

Support Partner Full Time Overnight position available at A New Leaf East Valley Men’s Center

A New Leaf is seeking a full- time Support Partner to work at our East Valley Men’s Center, overnights. The Center provides life skills training, work assistance, AA and NA services, socialization skills, food, basic needs and shelter. Our 94-bed shelter provides comprehensive programs and strategies for each resident. Many of the men face challenges because of past substance abuse, criminal involvement, life changing events or simply a long life on the streets. Residents are screened before enrollment and asked to be candid about the problems that resulted in their homelessness. Staff provides a supportive and structured environment to assure safety and respect. 

Schedule: Monday – Friday, overnights, 11:30PM-8:00AM

Pay Rate: $12.00

Duties and Responsibilities: 

This position interacts with all levels, both inside and outside the company (e.g. clients, courts, agencies, etc.).  General responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Answer and screen telephone calls (multiple lines). Provide resources/screening crisis calls.
• Complete client intake/exit forms.
• Assist with the introduction of program and facility orientation. Brief clients on house rules, chores, housekeeping, requirements and fire safety instructions, assuring adherence.
• Provide varied verbal and physical crisis intervention.
• Assist with maintaining program appearance; cleanliness and maintenance of agency physical plant, equipment and/or agency vehicles. May report repairs and maintenance needs.
• Prepare and/or assist with meal/snack preparation and serving, including assisting with cleanup.
• Complete all job duties on duty list. Document (verbal/written) and submit significant and routine paperwork.
• Provide transportation in the agency vehicle, as needed for scheduled activities. Oversee off-site activities.

Requirements/Qualifications/Skills:  

• High school diploma or GED required; Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Experience working with the homeless or economically disadvantaged population preferred.
• Knowledge of community resources preferred and/or experience in a social service. 
• Possess a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation, current auto liability insurance and a clean 39-month motor vehicle record.
• Must have a Class One Fingerprint Clearance Card or be able to pass various background checks in order to obtain one.
• Due to state licensing, applicants must be a minimum 21 years of age.
• Must have the skills necessary to engage and work with others from diverse ethnic and cultural groups, coupled with maintaining professionalism at all times.
• Demonstrate and provide strong communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Must be committed to teamwork and have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Important Notes: 

PLEASE NOTE: Only those candidates with the experience and qualifications that correspond to our requirements may be contacted by a member of our hiring department. Please wait to hear from us; do not call the Human Resources Department to check on the status of your application.  NO PHONE CALLS. No Third Party or Temp Agencies.

We appreciate your interest in our organization. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. A New Leaf is an at-will employer. Any offer of employment with A New Leaf is contingent upon a successful consumer report to include verification of driving records, employment, education, and criminal background search. A New Leaf is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program. A New Leaf participa en el program de E-Verify. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Locations: Mesa, AZ 85201

Pay Comments: All of our employees enjoy the following benefits: Direct deposit, Competitive pay, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Annual Team member Appreciation Event, informal, yet professional team environment. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that represents a significant part of the total compensation plan: Health and Dental Insurance; Vision Coverage, Sick Days, Vacation, Holidays, Life Insurance & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), 401(K), and Tuition Reimbursement.

Link to apply online for the full-time opening: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=ec492d4a-b778-400d-b154-a1849aab349c&jobId=149850&lang=en_US&source=CC3&ccId=19000101_000001

Community Services Director position available at CAAFA. 

Job Description:

The Community Services Director is responsible for managing the outreach staff and community programs. This position is responsible for ensuring that services are advocacy based and victim centered. The Community Services Director is also responsible for ensuring legal and grant requirements are met, that proper documentation is kept, and for assisting with grant reports related to outreach services. This position is also responsible for responsible for community relations. The Community Services Director supervises the Sexual Violence Services advocates, Empowerment Guide, Outreach Advocate, and the Legal Advocates. The starting compensation is $38,000-$45,000 commensurate with experience and salary history, and a 5% increase in base pay for bi-lingual English/Spanish abilities. Other benefits include health insurance coverage and flexible scheduling options.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Ensure program development and implementation based on best practices while following strict confidentiality and ethical guidelines;
• Directly supervises the, Sexual Violence Services Advocates, Empowerment Guide, Outreach Advocate and Legal Advocates.
• Promotes trauma informed practices within CAAFA, at an individual and organizational level;
• Develop partnerships with and work collaboratively with other social service agencies and community entities to increase outreach to potential participants and secure resources for program participants;

• Work cooperatively with Residential Services Director to ensure advocates and volunteers receive adequate training and supervision.
• Work cooperatively with Residential Services Director to ensure that all intakes, progress notes, and/or closures are completed in a timely manner.
• Work cooperatively with Residential Services Director to ensure grant compliance benchmarks are met accordingly.
• Ensure issues at outreach office are addressed within a timely, direct, and respectful manner.
• Ensure services delivered at outreach site are advocacy based and low barrier.
• Provide assistance with resolving conflicts at outreach office.
• Critically analyze situations and respond on a case-by-case basis.
• Assist advocates in planning, goal setting, and achieving goals through case management.
• Conduct outreach presentations to community members.
• Build relationships and work cooperatively with other agencies that provide services to victims of domestic and sexual violence;

• Ensure that the needs of program participants are being met and are within funding and contract parameters.

• Facilitate case reviews/staffings at Direct Services meetings;
• Ensure policies and procedures are being adhered at outreach office.
• Ensure services are being facilitated according to outcome measures stipulated by funding sources.
• Facilitate direct services when needed.
• Complete and assist in required weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting as needed;

• Provide service data to Grants Manager;  
• Member of the Shared Leadership Team

• Participate in the Annual CAAFA Fundraiser (not the lead).
• Required Monthly Report to Executive Director 1 week prior to Board of Director’s Meeting

• Represents CAAFA at community meetings and events as directed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Reports To:  Executive Director

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in the field of social sciences or four (4) years work experience in crisis response, community services, and domestic/sexual violence services. 

Ability to obtain Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card and First Aid and CPS certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in the field of social sciences or relevant degree

Bilingual English/Spanish

Experience in domestic and/or sexual violence community advocacy

Supervisory Experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• General knowledge of domestic abuse, sexual abuse, social services, community organizations, and health services;
• Supervisory or management skills;
• Effective interviewing and crisis counseling skills;
• Ability to remain calm in crisis situations;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Caring, honest, and cooperative nature;
• Supportive, sensitive, and empathetic personality;
• Strong problem solving skills;
• Ability to be flexible;

To apply: send cover letter and resume to Abigail Poyer AbigailP@caafaaz.org.

The Phoenix Family Advocacy Center has 3 Victim Advocate (Caseworker II) Positions 

See below for full description and apply online here.

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