Join Our Team at
SARC!
Are you
passionate about creating a safer, more supportive community? SARC (The Sexual
Assault/Spouse Abuse Resource Center) is seeking dedicated individuals to join
us in our mission to be Harford County’s lifeline for victims and survivors of
domestic violence, sexual violence, child abuse, and stalking.
About SARC:
Established in 1978 through grassroots efforts, SARC has been at the forefront
of providing essential services and support to those in need. From our humble
beginnings, we've evolved into a comprehensive resource center offering
shelter, advocacy, legal support, community outreach, and education services.
At SARC, we believe in fostering an environment of trust, respect, and
inclusivity, regardless of race, creed, gender, marital status, sexual
orientation, or economic circumstances.
About the
Role:
As a Residential Advocate at SARC, you will play a vital role in creating
a safe and welcoming environment for residents of our shelter. Your
responsibilities will include:
- Greeting
residents and responding to their requests for assistance or supplies with
compassion and empathy.
- Conducting
intakes and orienting survivors and their children to the shelter,
ensuring their initial needs are met.
- Maintaining
cleanliness and order of the shelter, including restocking supplies,
laundry, and conducting regular security checks.
- Providing
crisis intervention services, including answering emergency hotlines,
safety planning, and offering emotional support.
- Collaborating
with on-call staff to address emergencies and issues related to residents.
Schedule:
Saturday and Sunday, 8pm to 10am.
Salary:
$19.00 per hour, plus $2.00 per hour shift differential for hours worked between 8pm and 8am.
Requirements
Necessary
Skills:
- Desire
to gain experience working with victims/survivors of domestic violence.
- Attention
to detail, emotional maturity, flexibility, and ability to work
independently.
- Physical
ability to climb steps and lift occasional bulky items.
Requirements
for Consideration:
- A
valid driver's license.
Preferred
Experience:
- At
least 1 year in crisis intervention.
Benefits
What We Offer
You:
- Enjoy
11 paid holidays plus two floating holidays for full-time positions, and 1
floating holiday for part-time roles.
- Receive
up to 112 hours of accrued vacation time in your first year of employment
(part-time positions working under 10 hours/week are not eligible).
- Access
up to 96 hours of sick leave annually (part-time roles working under 10
hours/week are not eligible).
- Choose
from 3 Health Plan options, with a generous employer HSA contribution.
- Benefit
from 100% employer-paid premiums for the standard health insurance plan
for individual coverage.
- Take
advantage of dental and vision insurance, dependent care FSA, voluntary
life and AD&D coverage.
- Receive
an employer-paid parking pass for added convenience.
These benefits
are designed to support your well-being and ensure you have the resources you
need to thrive both personally and professionally.
