Victim Advocate Position Available In Jackson, North Carolina

Victim Advocate Center for Domestic Peace, Inc 154 Medical Park Loop, Sylva, NC 28779

Job Title:

Victim Advocate Position Type:

Full-time Classification:

FLSA Non-Exempt Reports To:

Senior Victim Advocate Position Overview:

The Domestic Violence Victim Advocate is responsible for providing support and advocacy services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault that contact Center for Domestic Peace. The advocate will provide victim relief and manage various client services such as assessing client needs, case management, hotline coverage, supportive counseling, and crisis counseling. The Victim Advocate will serve as a back-up Court Advocate. As needed, they will also serve as a Rape Crisis Companion which will require the possession of a valid driver’s license. The advocate will assist with training, project management, and outreach materials regarding victim services. Organization and documentation of client information is also required from the advocate as needed.

Mandatory Training:

• 20-hr Crisis Counseling/Dynamics of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Training Offered by Center for Domestic Peace.

Project Work Description:

• Serve as a primary, initial point of contact and advocate for victims of domestic violence
• As needed, serve as a Court Advocate that will accompany victims to court and other court advocacy duties
• Develop rapport and maintain contact with domestic violence victims; assess their need for supportive services
• Provides direct client services including intakes, hotline coverage, crisis counseling, information/referrals, supportive counseling, assessing needs, goal setting, case management, facilitating peer support groups (with proper credentials), and some transportation as needed
• As needed, serve as a Rape Crisis Companion in providing information, accompaniment, Victim Compensation assistance, and any other advocacy duties
• Assists in the development and implementation of all CDP activities, with a focus on victim services.
• Facilitates coordination of community collaboration on behalf of CDP
• Assists in the research, development, and distribution of informational and outreach materials specific to victim services
• Receives training and education to ensure knowledge of best practices in providing services and development of policy and procedures in working with victims
• Assists in the training and utilization of project volunteers
• Responsible for maintaining documentation in client files and database as well as other necessary programmatic information as requested
• One position will run the Safe at Home Housing program and any housing needs for CDP clients
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 2-year degree in relevant human services field or 1-2 years of experience in relevant human services field(s)
• Possess or obtain valid driver’s license (a driving record check will be conducted) and maintain a valid license along with required liability insurance throughout period of employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Human relations/social service skills
• Experience in the field of domestic violence
• Resident of Jackson County or willingness to relocate
• Experience with rural communities

Skills/Attributes:

§ Computer skills with knowledge of Word and Excel Good understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence and victim advocacy/care

• Excellent organizational skills § Able to express empathy, show patience towards victims, and maintain a nonjudgmental attitude § Possess interpersonal skills, be an active listener, and have a strong attention to detail to allow for victims to be helped the best way possible

Essential Functions:

• Supportive and understanding of the philosophy and mission of Center for Domestic Peace § Able to express empathy, show patience towards victims, and maintain a nonjudgmental attitude § Possess interpersonal skills, be an active listener, and have a strong attention to detail to allow for victims to be helped the best way possible § Computer skills with knowledge of Word and Excel § Possess strong leadership skills; will need to manage difficult situations with confidence • Able to follow supervisor instructions and CDP policies and procedures • Able to work independently

Physical Demands:

• The employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands/fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
• Employees are occasionally required to walk and stand and lift and move records and documents weighing 20 pounds or less.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

• Frequent travel is required across service areas including Jackson and surrounding counties.
• When not traveling, the incumbent typically works in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office. Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday. Equal Opportunity Employer
• The Center for Domestic Peace is an Equal Opportunity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, and regulations. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 586-1237.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 – $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift On call People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person