Definition 

YWCA Rock County seeks a strong office professional with experience assisting with finance and human resources functions. The Office Administrator works under the supervision of the Finance Director. 

Qualifications 

• Ideal candidate will have at least five years of past office experience, including assistance with finance and HR functions.  
• Strong computer skills in all Microsoft Office programs and ideally with QuickBooks.  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism, and hold personal qualities of integrity, credibility. 
• Ability to work independently. 

• Commitment to and support of the YWCA mission. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

Assisting with accounts payable, payroll, data entry, employee relations & new employee orientations, unemployment administration, office equipment and technology coordination, customer service with internal and external customers, preparation of reports, documents and presentations, and various other office/clerical tasks. 

If interested, please email your resume to CMayer@ywcarockco.com 

The Care House Family Advocate works under the supervision of the Program Director or YWCA Executive Director. S/he provides support services and post-interview follow-up to child victims and their non-offending caregivers.  S/he also assists with community outreach and education efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or child development, social work or related field, or minimum of five years experience in child welfare field.
• Ability to build rapport with children and adults.
• Knowledge of child abuse, its signs and symptoms, and family dynamics.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Commitment to multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Strong communication skills, awareness of group dynamics; ability to work independently.
• Commitment to and support of the YWCA mission.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in facilitating child advocacy services including interview coordination with multi-disciplinary team, victim/family intake and assisting the team in the interview process.
• Provide crisis support to children and their families who visit CARE House, including but not limited to: greeting families, explaining role of the Center in the process of the investigation, being aware of reason for the child’s visit, supporting parent when the child is interviewed, providing community referrals, and maintaining follow-up services.
• Assist, when necessary or requested, partners within the multidisciplinary team as support for the family.
• Assist, when necessary, during medical exams as support for the child. Accompany victims to medical exams (SANE) related to abuse and as requested.
• Comply with on-call rotation for afterhours SANE/medical exams and forensic interviews.
• Evaluate and keep current “Child Abuse Packet” information and distribute packets to clients and during interviews.
• Assist in identification of service needs for victims and victim families, advocate and support as necessary.
• Maintain records and files of all interviews and medical exams.
• Maintain database for tracking Center clients from initial contact through final disposition.
• Compile statistical reports on Center use.
• Assist with client and professional surveys of the Center’s effectiveness.
• Assist with support groups for child victims/non-offending caregivers as assigned.
• Order, organize and maintain the resource library.
• Maintain inventory of office supplies, interview supplies and forms.
• Coordinate and assist with presentations in the community.
• Maintain a clean, healthy, and safe environment within the rooms of CARE House facility.
• Maintain inventory of office supplies, interview supplies and forms.
• Order, organize and maintain the resource library.

If interested, please email your resume to JLuepnitz@ywcarockco.com

The YWCA’s Mission is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, racial justice, dignity, freedom and equality for all. Looking to make a difference in the lives of kids but can only work a few hours each day? We have the perfect job for you! Come work for the largest before and after school program in Rock County, WI. We have morning positions, afternoon positions, or both. Must have an Assistant Child Care Course or 3 or more credits in Child Development or Early Childhood or willing to complete a course within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Willing to engage kids in fun and positive experiences
• Have an environment that supports kids emotionally, physically and socially
• Able to follow state licensing rules and expectations
• Must be dependable, responsible, and reliable.
• Able to build rapport with students, parents and staff

Qualifications

Must have experience and/or educational background in working with children. Must be at least 18 yrs old and satisfactorily completed 10 hours training in the care of school-age children or equivalent; as approved by Wisconsin D.P.I. If 18 years of age, must complete at least 10 hours training within 6 months of hire. Infant and child CPR or adult/child CPR certification is required.

Benefits

• Great opportunity to gain experience and develop skills for your career with youth
• Paid continuing education time
• Reduced child care costs for children (ages 5-12) enrolled in program

If interested, please email your resume to: pbelk@ywcarockco.com

Job Description

The YWCA Rock County’s Mission is to create a world of peace, racial justice dignity, freedom and equality for all. Come work for the largest before and after school program in Rock County. We are hiring lead teachers for our before & after school program. Make a difference in the lives of kids and parents!

Requirements in order to apply:

· Associates degree in Early childhood Education OR

· Child Development Credential OR

· 9-12 credits in Early Childhood Education

Responsibilities include:

· Supervising and planning activities for school age children

· Follow state licensing rules and regulations

· Ability to relate well to children and parents

· Work with children in the classroom to promote their learning and development.

Additional responsibilities include:

· Strong teamwork and flexibility required

· Must be dependable and reliable

· Must meet state licensing educational requirements for a group child care center

· Great experience for individuals seeking a degree in education

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $11.50 to $12.50 /hour

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off

Schedule::

• Monday to Friday

If interested, please email your resume to: pbelk@ywcarockco.com

YWCA Alternatives to Violence provides safe, confidential and sensitive services to domestic violence victims and their minor children through a 24-hour helpline, emergency shelter options, supportive case management services, legal advocacy, and support groups for residents, walk-in customers and members of the public.

Definition

The Shelter Advocate works under the supervision of the Crisis Services Program Director.  S/he is responsible for providing crisis support along with information and referral(s) to helpline callers and shares in shelter responsibilities. As services are provided 24/7/365, this position is specific to weekends, evenings and overnights.

Qualifications

Educational training and/or life-experience based knowledge of the dynamics of domestic violence and sexual assault. Strong communication and organizational skills.  Must possess ability to work in collaboration with philosophically and culturally diverse and under-served populations.  Dependable, non-judgmental, flexible and able to work in a high stress environment. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, be a creative problem solver.

Duties and Responsibilities: Direct Services

• Answer the Helpline. Log and appropriately respond to crisis calls and information & referral calls. Crisis calls include phone and text lines.
• Respond to and work collaboratively with law enforcement jurisdictions in regards to Lethality Assessment Program, safety planning and make appointments as needed.
• Monitor the security system, including cameras, doors and gate.
• Conduct in-take process for new residents which may include facility tour, review of expectations, filling out necessary intake paperwork, logging any medications, communicating to other staff, etc.
• Assist in providing support and services to shelter residents, as needed.
• Assist residents in complying with shelter expectations.

 Shelter Services:

• Follow shelter procedures regarding documentation of resident activities and concerns, etc.
• Record in staff & client log to enhance communication between staff during each shift, includes data entries.
• Report any maintenance issues to the program director.

 Other Responsibilities:

• Maintain confidentiality of current and past program participants and callers, per policy.
• Attend staff meetings, training and association meetings as required
• Be familiar with the YWCA mission, vision, goals and policies.
• Represent the YWCA on community groups as requested by supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

YWCA Alternatives to Violence provides safe, confidential and sensitive services to domestic violence victims and their minor children through a 24-hour helpline, emergency shelter, supportive case management services, legal advocacy, and support groups for residents, walk-in customers and community members.

Definition

The Volunteer Coordinator works under the supervision of the Crisis Services Program Director. S/he is responsible for the recruitment, training, scheduling and recognition of program volunteers.

Qualifications

Knowledge of volunteer management strategies and practices. At least one year of supervisory experience. Experience in presenting training materials or making public presentations. Strong communication and organizational skills. Must possess ability to work in collaboration with philosophically and culturally diverse and underserved populations. Dependable, nonjudgmental, flexible and able to work in a high stress environment. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, be a creative problem solver.

Duties and Responsibilities

– Establish and maintain positive relationships with local volunteer referral agencies.
– Actively recruit volunteers to the YWCA programs.
– Supervise volunteer work day groups; including providing necessary supplies for work, providing snacks or meal if necessary.
-Process applications and background checks.
-Schedule and conduct interviews of potential volunteers.
-Facilitate new volunteer training sessions and continuing training for established volunteers.
-Plan appropriate recognition events (volunteer appreciation, birthdays, anniversaries).
-Maintain accurate and current statistical data regarding volunteer training sessions, monthly volunteer hours, and volunteer demographics.
-Produce quarterly volunteer newsletter.
-Maintain monthly calendar of volunteers scheduled for direct service and actively solicit volunteers for vacant shifts.
-Assist the Program Director in meeting grant objectives, tracking outcomes, and completing statistical and other reports as requested.

Shelter Responsibilities

Share in shelter responsibilities which may include answering crisis phone line and on-call duties and other duties, as assigned. The Volunteer Coordinator may also assist in providing services to shelter residents, which includes  maintaining the confidentiality of current and past program participants and callers.

If interested in applying, please send a cover letter and resume to Jessi Luepnitz at: jluepnitz@ywcarockco.com