Interpersonal Violence Advocate Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

Interpersonal Violence Advocate Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nashville/jobs/newprint/4929727) Apply  Interpersonal Violence Advocate Salary $54,708.27 Annually Location Nashville, TN Job Type Full-Time Grant Funded Job Number

OFS07772

Department Office of Family Safety Opening Date 05/06/2025 Closing Date 5/23/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions Position Description This is a non-Civil Service position in the Office of Family Safety and will provide full advocacy services to OFS clients experiencing interpersonal violence (domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, stalking, child abuse, and elder abuse) and will serve as a liaison with related metro and non-profit agencies to support clients. This position will primarily be working at our court-based center, The Jean Crowe Advocacy Center. Candidates must submit the following to be considered: + Resume + Cover Letter + References + Answer the supplemental questions

Typical Duties Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Provide crisis intervention and advocacy services for victims of interpersonal violence including: + Safety planning + Needs assessments + Referral services and connection to resources + Risk/Danger Assessment + Assists clients with Ex Parte Order of Protection Paperwork and presents this information to the Court Commissioner. + Understands the civil and criminal court processes and helps clients navigate court systems. + Completes needs assessments and provides resources and resource connection. + Evaluates risk for clients and educates clients on level of risk. + Prepares client information for high-risk case review. + Assist partners in both Centers with client coordination and services. Partners include the Metro Nashville Police Department, the District Attorney’s Office, the Sheriff’s Dept., Metro Social Services, and Non-Profit Partners such as AGAPE, YWCA, Legal Aid, Sexual Assault Center, Mary Parrish, etc. + Make referrals to link clients to a wide range of resources and services. + Translate for partners as needed and appropriate. + Assist with Victims’ Compensation applications.

Minimum Qualifications Required Qualifications:

+ Strong administrative skills with Microsoft program (Excel, Access, PowerPoint). + Demonstrated understanding of the dynamics of abuse and effective intervention strategies. + Demonstrated ability and willingness to engage in positive collaboration with individuals and groups with diverse perspectives. + Strong interpersonal skills + Excellent written and oral communication skills + Strong organizational skills + Background check + Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities + Bilingual Preferred + Problem solver, highly efficient, and detail-oriented + Minimally two years’ experience working or volunteering with victims of interpersonal violence (domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, stalking, child abuse, and elder abuse) or related issues + Experience with data management and analytics, particularly Microsoft Access + Experience working in or with both non-profits and the criminal justice system + Experience working with multidisciplinary teams/collaboratives + Experience working under and reporting on grants

Expectations:

+ This position is an in-person position within one of the two Family Safety Centers. + Client-facing positions are expected to spend the majority of the workday working directly with clients who have experienced abuse. Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Note:

Per Metro Ordinance No.

SO94-1078.

All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to 615-862-6640. Full-time, Civil Service positions

• 10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service) 1 Sick Day per month 12 Paid Holidays per year Public Safety
• Sworn and Civilian positions
• 20 vacation days per year 3 Personal days per year 1 Sick Day per month 12 paid holidays per year Part-time, Non Civil Service positions
• Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information. Full-time, Non Civil Service positions
• contact hiring department for benefits information Seasonal/Temporary positions
• no benefits offered.

01 Describe how the criminal justice system, specifically the courts, can impact individuals who have experienced interpersonal violence. 02 Describe your understanding of trauma-informed care in a court-house environment Required Question Employer Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County Address Human Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210 Phone (615) 862-6640 Website http://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Employment-Opportunities.aspx Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email