Counselors/Advocates

A Safe Place, a nonprofit comprehensive center serving victims of domestic violence, sexual violence, and other crimes in Warren and Forest Counties, is expanding its team. We are seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals committed to supporting survivors, educating our community, and creating a safer future for all.

Community Education Specialist

Full-time position ($18/hour with benefits).

Responsibilities

• Provide educational programs addressing domestic violence, sexual violence, healthy relationships, prevention, and community safety.
• Deliver professional development to community partners.
• Engage diverse audiences and facilitate discussions on sensitive topics.

Requirements

• Minimum of an Associate's Degree in education, human services, public health, or a related field (Bachelor's preferred).
• Experience in public speaking.
• Combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Valid Driver's license, use of personal vehicle, proof of auto insurance, and registration required.
• Must attain clear PA Criminal Clearance (ACT 34), PA Child Abuse Clearance (ACT 33), and FBI Clearance (ACT 114).
• Must successfully complete state-required domestic violence and sexual assault counselor training within the first six months of employment.

Forest County Counselor/Advocate

Full-time position ($18/hour with benefits).

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention, advocacy, and supportive counseling, including services to incarcerated individuals.
• Support 24-hour hotline on-call rotation.
• Weekly travel between the main office in Warren and the satellite office in Forest County.

Requirements

• Minimum of an Associate's Degree in human services or a related field (combination of education and experience will be considered).
• Valid Driver's license, use of personal vehicle, proof of auto insurance, and registration required.
• Must attain clear PA Criminal Clearance (ACT 34), PA Child Abuse Clearance (ACT 33), and FBI Clearance (ACT 114).
• Must successfully complete state-required domestic violence and sexual assault counselor training within the first six months of employment.

Forest County PREA Counselor

Part-time position, 20 hours a week ($18/hour).

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed, confidential, victim-centered counseling and advocacy services to individuals who have experienced sexual abuse, sexual harassment, or other sexual victimization while incarcerated or detained.
• Collaborate with correctional facilities, community partners, and other service providers to ensure incarcerated individuals have meaningful access to sexual assault services.
• Weekly travel between the main office in Warren and the satellite office in Forest County.

Requirements

• Minimum of an Associate's Degree in human services or a related field (Bachelor's preferred; combination of education and experience will be considered).
• Valid Driver's license, use of personal vehicle, proof of auto insurance, and registration required.
• Must attain clear PA Criminal Clearance (ACT 34), PA Child Abuse Clearance (ACT 33), and FBI Clearance (ACT 114).
• Must successfully complete state-required domestic violence and sexual assault counselor training within the first six months of employment.