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Position: Child Advocate / Education Coordinator
The Family Life Center—Safehouse is a non-profit agency that supports victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Our offices are based in El Dorado, KS. We also provide outreach services and community awareness/education throughout Butler, Elk, Chautauqua, and Greenwood counties.
This position requires a dynamic individual who enjoys working with children and is passionate about helping them navigate difficult circumstances.
The Child Advocate/ Education Coordinator works with children, families, and local educators to provide crisis intervention, safety planning, emotional support, advocacy, and age-appropriate prevention training to students K-12.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Backgrounds in social work or related fields will be given preference. Experience networking and advocating with other agencies on behalf of others is desirable.
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Strong crisis intervention skills with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks under stressful conditions. The ability to exercise mature and sound judgment in problem-solving and decision-making.
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Demonstrated ability to work well independently and/or in a team environment. With a proven ability to assist in the development of program policies.
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Effective English language communication ability (verbal and written).
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Basic computer skills are required.
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Public speaking is required. Ability to present materials effectively (written and oral).
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Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
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Ability and willingness to respect and maintain the confidentiality of client information.
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Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to reach area schools.
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Must pass a criminal background check
Schedule & Benefits:
This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM with flexibility to work overtime on occasion. After-hours on-call support may be needed occasionally to advise volunteers. This position offers $18/hour, paid vacation and sick leave, 12 paid holidays, and a monthly health insurance stipend. Specialized training in victim services is fully provided and paid for by the Family Life Center.
How to Apply:
Submit your resume by email to safe.house@flc.kscoxmail.com or by mail to Family Life Center,
Attn: Darla Carter, P.O. Box 735, El Dorado, KS 67042.
Join our mission to support and empower survivors in our communities—we’d love to have you on our team!