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Position Title:

Domestic Violence Outreach Victim Advocate Department:

Outreach Program Status:

Full-time Job Classification:

Non-Exempt Hours:

40 hours per week

Position Summary:

This position provides mobile and site‑based legal advocacy, outreach, case management, and support services to survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking, with a focus on non‑residential survivors and survivors participating in a congregate transitional housing program. The Outreach Victim Advocate also delivers targeted community awareness, education, and training initiatives that strengthen the coordinated community response and expand survivors' access to services. Salary and position continuance depend on grant allocations. Advocacy and Survivor Support Provide flexible, community‑based services, including outreach office appointments in survivors' counties of residence and mobile advocacy services as needed. Provide legal advocacy in civil and criminal matters, including assistance with Temporary Protective Orders, Stalking Orders, victims' compensation, criminal warrants, and court accompaniment. Educate survivors on the Family Violence Act, protective orders, court and law enforcement processes, crime victims' rights, victims' compensation, and related legal protections, and maintain current knowledge of laws, victims' rights, and system responses related to domestic violence, including protective orders, criminal remedies, housing and employment protections, and other legal options available to survivors. Provide trauma‑informed, survivor‑centered crisis intervention, advocacy, and emotional support to individuals whose needs are legal and non‑legal in nature, including safety planning, resource navigation, and problem‑solving. Complete intakes and needs assessments and provide ongoing case management for outreach survivors, including those in congregate transitional housing, developing and revising individualized service plans that address safety, housing, income, health, parenting, and other practical needs while supporting self‑sufficiency through goal setting, budgeting, benefits access, and connections to education and job readiness programs. Advocate on behalf of survivors in legal proceedings, landlord and housing issues, and other system interactions to protect their rights and reduce barriers to safety and stability. Coordinate with law enforcement, prosecutors, courts, DFCS, childcare providers, schools, faith communities, social service agencies, housing liaisons, healthcare providers, and victim‑witness staff to support survivor needs and improve access to remedies and resources. Coordinate referrals and warm hand‑offs to social service agencies, housing programs, mental health providers, and other community supports, and assist with transportation, childcare, and other practical needs to reduce barriers and improve engagement in services. Assist survivors in accessing and applying for mainstream benefits such as Medicaid, TANF, SNAP, SSI, and housing or utility assistance. Collaborate with shelter, hotline, housing, and other program staff to ensure seamless services across residential and non‑residential programs. Outreach and Training Represent the agency at interagency meetings, domestic violence task force meetings, and other networking events to help build and maintain community partnerships. Assist in the coordination of Domestic Violence Awareness Month activities and other awareness initiatives in collaboration with task forces, community partners, and designated outreach staff. Deliver outreach presentations to community groups, schools, faith communities, and service providers on domestic violence dynamics, available services, and referral options. Deliver training for law enforcement, courts, social service agencies, employers, medical staff, housing partners, and other stakeholders on trauma‑informed, survivor‑centered responses to domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Distribute brochures and materials to businesses, agencies, and community partners in alignment with strategic outreach goals.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Criminal Justice, or related field (or equivalent experience); at least two years of case management/direct service experience, preferably with survivors of domestic violence or other crime victims; knowledge of domestic violence and trauma‑informed practice; strong communication and organizational skills; ability to maintain confidentiality, work with diverse populations, travel within the service area, and work some evenings and weekends.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$42,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

social services: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person