Crisis Intervention Advocate
Center for Women and Families
Aug 2012 - Sep 2014 (2 years 2 months)
• Provided intake and trauma-informed support to families and youth during acute crisis.
• Provided crisis intervention, counseling, advocacy, safety planning, information and referrals, and other supportive services to clients of domestic violence and sexual assault in shelter, as walk-ins, or on the crisis line. Provided relocation assistance.
• Conducted intake and exit assessments. Assisted with medications, transportation, and childcare as needed. Answered, screened, documented, and appropriately directed incoming calls. Covered hospital advocacy and front desk shifts as assigned.
• Facilitated mediation and conflict resolution sessions with residents.
• Collaborated with Family Advocates and other staff to support residen