Current Job Openings

Gateway Domestic Violence Center is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. Gateway encourages all qualified applicants to apply,

including but not limited to people of color, people with disabilities, and survivors of domestic violence.

Bilingual Domestic Violence Advocate

Gateway is seeking a full-time domestic violence advocate. The advocate will primarily serve adult survivors of domestic violence – those who live in Gateway’s housing programs and those who live elsewhere in the community.

Benefits: Medical insurance, paid time off, and retirement contribution after one year of employment.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a related field (psychology, sociology, human services, etc.). Gateway will consider candidates who do not have a degree but have at least four years of human services work experience. Bilingual – fluent in English and Spanish. Able to calmly manage crisis situations. Able to work and solve problems independently. Values that align with Gateway’s mission. Able to successfully complete Gateway’s rigorous background screening process. 

Duties: Provide support, safety planning, and resource referrals on Gateway’s crisis hotline. Provide case management services including intake, resource referrals, safety planning, goal setting. Assist with Gateway support group programming. Other duties as assigned.

Location: This position is based at Gateway’s domestic violence shelter, which is in the city of Gainesville. Community-based advocacy is encouraged, but home visits are not a part of this position.

Schedule: We will try to work with you to create a regular schedule that works for you and for Gateway. The Domestic Violence Advocate works 40 hours per week. Most of these hours are during the day on Monday – Friday. You will generally work later one evening each week to assist with support group activities.

To apply: Email your resume to gateway.house@yahoo.com

Part Time Children’s Program Employees

Gateway is seeking part time employees to work with children’s support group programs on Monday and/or Thursday evenings.

Early Learning Specialists – Early Learning Specialists work with children aged 6 weeks – 3 years while mothers attend support groups. Candidates should be passionate about working with young children. Shifts are available on Mondays from 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. and Thursdays from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Support Group Facilitators – Support Group Facilitators work with children ages 4 -6, 7-11 and with teens. Groups incorporate arts, play and other therapeutic strategies. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and experience working with children. Special consideration will be given to candidates with a master’s degree. We currently have one opening on Monday evenings from 4:30 – 8:30 p.m.

To apply: Send a resume to gateway.house@yahoo.com.

Substitute Domestic Violence Advocate

Gateway Domestic Violence Center is looking for individuals who would like extra part time work on nights and weekends. 

 Requirements: At least two years of college or two years of related work experience. Able to independently make decisions. Must be able to pass Gateway’s background check process. Special consideration will be given to candidates who are bilingual and speak English and Spanish and to those with a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Schedule:

Shifts are generally available on weeknights from 4 p.m. – 8 a.m. or anytime on the weekends. Sleeping overnight is permitted if the advocate is able to remain responsive and answer crisis calls.

Duties: Answer crisis hotline calls, provide emotional support for residents, maintain a safe facility, and other duties.

Salary and Benefits: $15/hour. 34 hours of paid training is required before the advocate will work independently. 

To apply: Please email a resume to gateway.house@yahoo.com. Please use the subject line “nights and weekends” on your message.  No phone calls, please. 

Last Updated 2/11/25

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