Join Our Team

It is Friendship Home’s vision that someday the need for our services will cease to exist, that domestic violence will not be tolerated by anyone in the community, and that all homes will be places of love, support and safety.

We envision a community that embraces any survivor or child who experiences domestic violence. As neighbors and friends, we join together in our commitment to them by taking bold action to affect change

Listening: We value the hopes, dreams, fears and concerns of the survivors we serve. That means that our role is to listen…really listen as they explore their newly found freedom and discover the next steps on their journeys.

Empowerment: We support the journeys of survivors and their children. We value an environment that enables them to understand their strengths and to discover the power within. To do this we must creatively adapt our approach, programs and services to meet each individual’s unique needs.

Accountability: We believe that we are not powerless against violence and that breaking the cycle is possible.

Relationships: We support the personal connections and meaningful relationships between survivors and the people who care about them. We value the unique relationship between parent and child and embrace families in shelter with loving support.

Safety & Confidentiality: We believe that no survivors or child should live in fear of domestic violence. We respect survivors’ right to privacy and we strive to make it possible for them to pursue their aspirations without intimidation, violence, or control.

Collaboration: We value the joint efforts of a community that pools resources, talents, and ideas to help survivors of domestic violence and to change the cultural attitudes that have created it.

• Willingness to learn new skills and work towards creating a community free of domestic violence.
• Willingness to share your knowledge, skills, and lived experience with others, at times in a teaching or mentoring role.
• Ability to interface with a variety of people that make up our team including: community stakeholders, funders, advocates, clients, marketing and community engagement staff, contractors, and finance staff.
• Remain curious and communicative about how your role can change or be improved to better meet the needs of the clients, organization, and community we serve.
• Cooperation and collaboration with co-workers, clients, and the community.
• Willingness to accept challenges and engage in work to solve problems.
• Do the personal work in order to effectively give and receive feedback.
• The ability to recognize the difference between a crisis and priority; hold boundaries with yourself and others around this.
• Take ownership of your personal physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
• Continually assess for your own personal biases, seek out information and training to adjust practices.
• Engage in your own wellness goals as well as access wellness resources offered through Friendship Home as needed.
• Investment and adherence to both Friendship Home Values and Guiding Principles.

Wellbeing Coordinator

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Wage:  $24.00-$25.00/hour

Overview: The wellbeing coordinator provides support and advocacy services designed to empower residents and children who are survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The wellbeing coordinator will help clients develop an individualized care plan for access to medical and dental care in their community.  They will also play a vital role in ensuring the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of staff.

Accountability: Reports to the Program Director

Knowledge and Skills: Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care and community health care resources and referrals. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Experience in crisis management and supporting staff in high-stress environments. Ability to handle multiple job duties, flexibility in responding to unique situations. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated conflict resolution skills.

Education and Work Experience:  A degree in Human Services or a health care-related field is preferred. A thorough understanding of domestic violence is required. At least 3 years of experience in a position requiring a high degree of independent judgment and problem solving.

Desirable attributes: Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

1. A deep passion for advocating for survivors of domestic violence and promoting a culture of care and healing.
2. Empathetic and patient approach to supporting individuals in crisis
3. Strong problem-solving ability to think critically under pressure
4. Experience creating engaged learning opportunities.

View the Wellbeing Coordinator Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Please send a cover letter and resume to Amber D. at amberd@friendshiphome.org. We look forward to hearing from you. The position is open until filled.  

Friendship Home of Lincoln is an equal opportunity employer.

Facilities Assistant

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Hours:  30 hours/week
Wage:  $20.00 an hour

Summary: 

To oversee the efficient operation and maintenance of the shelter buildings and grounds.

Accountability: Reports to Facilities Coordinator. Supervises Volunteers in area of expertise.

Knowledge and Skills: Effective oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to handle multiple job duties. Knowledge of domestic violence is helpful. Ability to stand, climb stairs and step stools, walk, move quickly, bend, and stoop for long periods of time. Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Education and Work Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required. At least 2 years’ experience in building maintenance is desired.

View the Facilities Assistant Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Please send a cover letter and resume to Tisha P. at tishap@friendshiphome.org. We look forward to hearing from you. The position is open until filled.  

Friendship Home of Lincoln is an equal opportunity employer.