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4/18/2025
P.O. Box 428, ​Beaver, PA 15009
Transitional Housing Counselor
Details: The Women’s Center is currently seeking a qualified candidate for a Transitional Housing Counselor. Training and team supervision provided in a supportive and collaborative work environment that focuses on the growth and development of employees. Rewarding opportunity to assist domestic and sexual violence survivors in obtaining safety, justice, and autonomy. The Women’s Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and committed to continually expanding the Center’s ability to provide culturally responsive services and a culturally responsive work environment. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Communication or Education related field preferred. Training and experience will be considered. • Strong oral and written skills; Ability to communicate clearly and effectively. • Experience working with diverse populations preferred. • Must have reliable transportation to perform off-site duties, which may include responsibility training, off-site appointments, and meetings with community agencies. • Act 33/34/FBI Clearances are required for hire. DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: • Responsible to work with the Shelter Coordinator for the coordination of the scattered site transitional housing program. • Responsible for coordination of the application process and interviews with program applicants. • Responsible for timely assessment, intake, and housing placement of program participants. • Responsible for personal advocacy and referrals for program participants. • Responsible for case management with program participants receiving ongoing rental assistance and communication with landlords regarding the provision of rental assistance for program participants. • Responsible to work with project partner, BCRC, who will provide workforce/job training services for participants. • Responsible for completion of data entry, paperwork, and reporting as required. • Responsible to attend mandatory OVW training and technical assistance events, which may include both virtual and in-person sessions that require out of state travel. • Participate in meetings with community partners, as requested or needed to fulfill project goals. SALARY & BENEFITS • $21 an hour; Monday – Friday 40 hours a week (Works primarily daylight hours, with some early evening hours, and is responsible to work one weekend per month to accommodate client need.) • Paid vacation, sick and personal time, including 5 days of vacation after 6 months; 12 Paid Holidays • Medical, Dental and Vision eligibility on first day of employment, with low employee contribution rate of $30 per pay. • Retirement Plan • Paid Mileage for off-site work • Life Insurance and Short-term Disability • Self-care, wellness, and appreciation activities for employees Contact E-Mail: annex@womenscenterbc.org Website: https://www.womenscenterbc.org
4/18/2025
P.O. Box 428, ​Beaver, PA 15009
Shelter Residential Shift Counselor
Details: The Women’s Center is currently seeking a qualified candidate for a Shelter Residential Shift Counselor. Training and team supervision provided in a supportive and collaborative work environment that focuses on the growth and development of employees. Rewarding opportunity to assist domestic and sexual violence survivors in obtaining safety, justice, and autonomy. The Women’s Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and committed to continually expanding the Center’s ability to provide culturally responsive services and a culturally responsive work environment. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services related field preferred. Training and work history will be considered. • Experience working with diverse populations preferred. • Experience dealing with individuals in residential settings or crisis situations. • Act 33/34/FBI Clearances upon hire. GENERAL DUTIES: • Responsible for participating in a shift schedule for a residential facility for domestic violence victims, homeless women, and their children. Works independently during some shifts. • Provide empowerment based, client-centered crisis counseling, goal planning, and advocacy. • Develop and facilitate self-care activities, educational groups, and workshops for shelter residents. • Respond to 24-hour helpline and provide helpline callers with information and crisis intervention. • Complete shelter intake and exit interviews during shift coverage. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Ability to go up and down 1 - 3 flights of stairs, including ability to carry food, cleaning, laundry, or other supplies up or down the stairs. • Able to individually participate in light lifting of 20 - 25 pounds, including bending and stretching, and be able to work in cooperation with other staff to move/shift the position of furniture for cleaning and related purposes. • Ability to engage in prolonged periods of standing or sitting while answering the helpline or participating in meetings or crisis work with survivors. • Ability to hear and verbally respond to individuals calling the helpline and/or presenting in-person for services. SALARY & BENEFITS • $21 an hour plus $1.50 shift differential; 40 hours a week • Paid vacation, sick and personal time, including 5 days of vacation after 6 months; 12 Paid Holidays • Medical, Dental and Vision eligibility on first day of employment, with low employee contribution rate of $30 per pay. • Retirement Plan • Paid Mileage for off-site work • Life Insurance and Short-term Disability • Self-care, wellness, and appreciation activities for employees Contact E-Mail: annex@womenscenterbc.org Website: https://www.womenscenterbc.org