Domestic Violence Advocate - Shelter Support (Weekend/Holiday)

Company: YWCA PIERCE COUNTY
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Domestic Violence Advocate - Shelter Support (Weekend/Holiday) FLSA Classification: Hourly, Non-exempt Reports to: Shelter Program Manager Job Location: Tacoma, WA; In-person work required. Salary: $25.00 - $28.58 per hour Benefits: Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Leave; Paid Holidays; 50% employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for employee only. Insurance coverage for dependants available at employee cost. Organizational Overview Established in Tacoma in 1906, YWCA Pierce County has devoted over a century to creating opportunities and ensuring safety for adults and children in the greater Tacoma community. As a pioneer in the domestic violence service field, YWCA Pierce County opened Washington State’s first emergency shelter for domestic violence survivors in 1976. This milestone established YWCA Pierce County as a leader in providing comprehensive support services for domestic violence survivors. As an inclusive non-profit organization, YWCA Pierce County offers crucial assistance to domestic violence survivors and their children. Our services are accessible to all survivors, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, or sexual orientation. To overcome language barriers, our bilingual staff and interpretation services ensure smooth transitions for all clients. Annually, YWCA Pierce County supports over 5,000 adults and children affected by domestic violence, providing them with essential resources and support. YWCA Pierce County is committed to transforming lives through safety, healing, and empowerment. Our comprehensive domestic violence support services include emergency shelter, legal assistance, support groups, and community education programs. Join us in our mission to end domestic violence and empower survivors in the Tacoma community. Summary The Weekend & Holiday Domestic Violence Advocate provides support, crisis intervention, and advocacy to survivors of domestic violence in the Support Shelter and provide onsite support during weekend and holiday shifts. This position ensures continuity of services and safety during non-weekday hours while upholding trauma-informed care and shelter standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Ensure safety and confidentiality in all interactions. Provide crisis intervention and safety planning. Offer quality information, referrals, and resources. Conduct weekend/holiday shelter intakes and complete paperwork. Document shift activity and communicate essential informationatshift changes. Maintain shelter cleanliness and support health standards. Monitor alarms, security cameras, and facility entrances. Submit maintenance requests following agency procedures. Distribute tangible goods andmaintainlogs. Adhere to Advocacy Based Counseling (ABC) principles and WAC/RCW requirements. Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Commitment to YWCA mission and values. Strong communicationand ability to work with diverse populations. Ability to work independently during weekend/holiday shifts. Proficiencywith Microsoft Office. Ability to read and interpret policies and safety rules. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Required Education & Experience Associate degree in Human Services or related field (Bachelor’spreferred). Minimum one year of advocacy or social service experience. Experience working in diverse communities. Equivalent combinations of education and experienceaccepted. Other Qualifications Acceptable criminal history background check. Completion of DV Victim Services Training withinfirstyear. CPR & First Aid preferred. COVID-19 vaccination asrequired. BilingualSpanish–Englishpreferred. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is typical of an office setting. The physical demands of the position are typical of an office position: computer work, phone calls, meetings, presentations, and occasional travel. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for pregnant people and individuals with disabilities, including in the application process. If you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please send an email with the subject line “Reasonable Accommodation Request” to bbaker@ywcapiercecounty.org Commitment to Inclusive Hiring Research indicates that members of marginalized communities tend to underestimate their qualifications and apply only when they meet all the criteria in a job posting. If you are excited about this opportunity but are unsure if your past experience aligns with the job description, we encourage you to apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to review your application and consider how your talents and experience can add value to this role. YWCA of Pierce County is an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate in hiring or employment based on race, color, religion or belief, gender, pregnancy, national origin, height and weight, citizenship, marital or domestic partnership status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, physical characteristics such as height and weight, or any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. YWCA of Pierce County recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

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