1-800-NEW-SAFE (1-800-639-7233)

Name: Safeline, Inc.
Address: Chelsea, VT, 05038, US
Telephone: 802-685-7900

OUR MISSION

Safeline works to end physical, emotional and sexual violence against women and children through direct service, education, advocacy and social change.

OUR SERVICES

Safeline provides a 24/7 toll free number that offers support, safety planning, information and referrals as well as in person support and legal, economic and medical advocacy.

WHO WE SERVE

Safeline is an equal opportunity service provider and employer. While Safeline’s mission statement reflects that most domestic violence and sexual abuse is perpetrated against women and children, Safeline serves all victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, including males, those who identify as transgender, and those whose gender identity is fluid.

SERVICE AREA

Safeline is located in central Vermont and serves domestic and sexual violence victims in Orange County and the northern Windsor towns of Sharon, Royalton, Bethel, Stockbridge and Rochester.

*If you are looking for services related to domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking and do not live in Safeline's service area, please visit our page about other Vermont resources.

Safeline, Inc.

Advocate Staff Position Opening

Safeline, Inc. is seeking a full-time Advocate to provide direct service advocacy for survivors of domestic violence, stalking and sexual abuse in Orange County and northern Windsor County.

Safeline is dedicated to ending physical, emotional and sexual violence against women and children and other victims through direct service, education, advocacy and social change. The successful applicant will have an empathy for the unique needs of victims. Safeline provides services to all victims of domestic and sexual violence and does not discriminate because of any aspect of their identity.

The position is performed onsite in the Safeline office. General standard hours are 8:30am – 4:00pm. This position is included in a rotating hotline coverage schedule potentially with some holiday and weekend hours.

Job Responsibilities: Provide direct support and advocacy services for survivors of physical, sexual and emotional violence as well as for their children. Advocacy will be provided through crises calls and in-person meetings as well as court advocacy and assistance filling out protection orders. Seek to increase accessibility and utilization of Safeline services through community outreach to underserved populations. Manage data collections and using database software for grant reporting.

Qualifications: The successful candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent in work experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired. Previous work in a crisis oriented environment preferred. Oral and written communication skills necessary. Flexibility and willingness to take on responsibility and new tasks. Ability to remain calm under pressure and relate to a variety of people in a non-judgmental, empathetic, confidential, and competent manner. Computer skills required. Prior experience with data entry preferred. Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and be trauma informed. Reliable transportation is required to travel to the sheriff’s office, court, hospital and meetings as necessary.

Salary $35,744 and benefits offered. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and résumé to Linda Ingold, Executive Director, Safeline, P.O. Box 368, Chelsea, VT 05038. With questions, please call 802-685-7900 x304. Position will remain open until filled. Safeline is an equal opportunity employer.

SAFELINE IS HIRING

UPCOMING EVENTS

Safeline celebrates donation from the Couch Family Foundation

Safeline, Inc., the local domestic and sexual violence advocacy organization, announced receipt of a $13,200 two-year grant from the Couch Family Foundation.

The grant will assist Safeline to substantially expand safety initiatives for survivors of domestic and sexual violence escaping abusive situations

“We are extremely grateful to the Couch Family Foundation for this generous contribution. Survivors often remain trapped in life-threatening situations. Safeline’s work has shown that a safe exit channel can be a vital pathway to support a victim’s struggle to free themselves from abusive conditions and to remain safe,” said Linda Ingold, Safeline’s Executive Director.

The Couch Foundation funds will support Safeline’s work for survivors and their children in the 22 towns of Orange County and upper Windsor. Services include crises intervention, collaboration with law enforcement, legal advocacy, financial education, service referral and support to establish safety.

In 2024, Safeline provided 2,532 services for 285 victims of domestic violence, stalking and sexual abuse.

“We are pleased to support Safeline as a valued community partner to help ensure the safety, health, and well-being of vulnerable children and families in crises,” said Sara Vecchiotti, Executive Director, of the Couch Family Foundation.

Safeline is a charitable nonprofit organization working to end domestic violence, stalking and sexual abuse. Safeline provides safety planning, emotional support, legal advocacy, prevention education and a 24-hour hotline for survivors in Vermont’s Orange and the upper tier towns of Windsor County. For more information about Safeline, call toll-free 1-800-639-7233 or visit www.safelinevt.org

The mission of the Couch Family Foundation is to be a catalyst for change in the lives of children and their families by creating quality and equitable opportunities to help them learn, thrive, and lead healthy, fulfilling lives.