Employment and Contract Opportunities

Position: Youth Prevention Advocate

Looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of youth in your community? Turning Point of Lehigh Valley is currently seeking a Youth Prevention Advocate to provide group educational programs in middle and high schools throughout Lehigh & Northampton Counties, helping students understand healthy and unhealthy relationships.

As our Youth Prevention Advocate, you will conduct prevention education and community education activities in a trauma-informed manner, primarily focusing on providing educational programs to youth in school and community settings, as well as participating in events throughout the community. The ideal candidate will be comfortable interacting and presenting to middle & high school aged students from all backgrounds, in groups ranging in size from 8-100. Availability during evening and weekend hours will be required to meet community needs.

Our Youth Prevention Advocate position is full-time, non-exempt, and pays $20.50/hour. We are currently offering a $1,000 sign-on bonus and provide paid training and full benefits, including generous time off, paid lunch, health, dental, vision, 401K match, and life and disability benefits.

The successful candidate will be flexible, responsible, sensitive to trauma and cultural diversity issues, and passionate about serving those experiencing abuse. A minimum of three years' relevant work experience in social service, education, or a related field is required, as is proficiency in client database management. Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license are also required, and preferred candidates will be fluent in English and another language.

Join our team at Turning Point of Lehigh Valley and help make a positive impact on the youth in our community!

Submit a letter explaining why you want to join our team and a resume to hr@turningpointlv.org.

 

Position: Safe House Advocate

The Safe House Advocate’s primary responsibilities are in the areas of crisis intervention services for callers throughout the community, answering our 24/7 helpline, advocacy for all callers and safe house residents. The Safe House Advocate covers a variety of shifts as scheduled which include weekdays, overnights, weekends, holidays, and other times as needed. Must be able to operate in a team environment with Turning Point staff and other entities associated with the 24/7 operations of Safe House. Must have excellent “customer- service” skills and be a supportive listener to clients in crisis, have strong interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor. Must have the ability to handle crisis situations calmly, effectively, and efficiently. Perfect for a mission-oriented person who is compassionate, empathetic and non-judgmental.

The Safe House Advocate position is an essential, non-exempt position. This position currently pays $20.50 an hour biweekly. Safe House Advocates are eligible for shift differentials as follows:

Safe House Advocates working a second or third shift Monday through Friday earn an additional $1/hr.
Safe House Advocates working Saturday and Sunday: The first shift earns an additional $1.50/hr. (plus any overtime or holiday time, as appropriate)
The second or third shift earns an additional $2.50/hr. (plus any overtime or holiday time, as appropriate).
In addition, we are currently offering a $1,000.00 sign-on bonus.
Turning Point of Lehigh Valley offers health, dental, vision, 401K, life and disability benefits.
We are looking for someone who has a minimum of two years’ relevant work experience in social service or a related field. Must be able to work your scheduled shifts. Some may include weekends, overnights and holidays. A degree in social services is preferred but not required. Must be adept at client database management and virtual communication tools such as Zoom. Preferred candidates will be fluent in English and another language. Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

Submit a letter explaining why you want to join our team and a resume to hr@turningpointlv.org.

Turning Point of Lehigh Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer