Reports to: Services Director
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary Range: DOE
Closing Date: December 13, 2019 or until filled Continue reading “Survivor Advocacy Services Manager”
Author: Wendi Lindquist
Domestic Violence and Emotional Support
Needing to talk
Joann felt overwhelmed. Her partner had never hurt her physically, but he was too controlling. He limited her access to money, pushed her friends and family away, and frequently told Joann she was crazy.
She wanted to talk with someone, to have someone listen to her concerns. But, Joann felt too embarrassed to bring it up to her sister or the friends she rarely saw, so she called LifeWire. Continue reading “Domestic Violence and Emotional Support”
Why I Give – Sharon Goldberg
Why I Give
I’ve been connected with LifeWire for more than 20 years, first as a volunteer, then as a Board Member, and now as a member of the Giving Society. I was first drawn to LifeWire, then Eastside Domestic Violence Program, because I was especially interested in issues around women’s rights and empowerment, and because I strongly believe we all deserve to be in safe and nourishing relationships.
Volunteering
When I participated in the volunteer training my eyes were opened wide. I learned about the prevalence and dynamics of domestic violence. I learned it’s not just a women’s issue and it crosses all demographic groups. I learned that violence can be physical, emotional, financial, and sexual. I learned that violence cycles and escalates, and that victims are in greatest danger when they try to leave or do leave abusive relationships. And I learned how LifeWire provides services and support to help survivors create safe environments for themselves and their children. As a volunteer with the support group program, I met many child survivors of domestic abuse, kids whose home environments were disruptive and dangerous, including some who were living at My Sister’s Home, LifeWire’s confidential emergency shelter.
Board Member
While I served on the Board, I watched LifeWire evolve, adapt, and continue to grow as an organization with sound business practices and innovative programs. I’m especially impressed by LifeWire’s commitment to domestic violence prevention, including their partnerships with schools to ensure young people have the tools they need to build healthy relationships and practice leadership that promotes gender equity and challenges violent attitudes and behaviors.
Giving Society
As a member of the LifeWire Giving Society I’ve committed to making a five-year annual contribution to help continue the organization’s important work. Awareness of domestic violence is increasing—a good thing—and more people are reaching out for support. I’m grateful LifeWire is here to offer hope and pathways for survivors. I share LifeWire’s vision: a world in which every person lives in a safe environment, free from oppression and with the opportunity to thrive.
-Sharon Goldberg
Facilities Manager
Reports to: Operations Director
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary Range: DOE
Classification: Regular, Exempt; S1 Responsibility Level
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Survivor Services Advocate – CSO
Reports to: Survivor Advocacy Services Manager
Hours: 40 hours per week
Pay Rate: Starts at $19 /hour DOE, premium pay for multi-lingual services
Classification: Regular, Non-exempt; N4 Responsibility Level Continue reading “Survivor Services Advocate – CSO”