JOB SUMMARY

Increase safety, stability, well-being and improve outcomes for children and their non-offending parents in domestic violence situations in partnership with the Department of Children and Families, NJ Coalition for Battered Women, and the Department of Child Protection and Permanency.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Partner with DCP&P caseworkers in Burlington and Ocean County on site and on home visits, when appropriate Assist with domestic violence assessments, DCP&P child safety protection plans and case plans Assist with domestic violence safety planning for the non-offending parent and child(ren) and provide direct advocacy, community networking, and referral information Help identify and address gaps and barriers that non-offending parents face in obtaining needed support and safety for their children and themselves Through case consultation and staff presentations, educate and mentor DCP&P local office staff in Burlington and Ocean Counties in their efforts to identify individual needs and offer appropriate interventions to address those needs Model best practices in working with families in domestic violence situations Model collaboration and cross systems advocacy to strengthen community partnerships and enable a coordinated community teamed response when domestic violence and child abuse co-occur Help facilitate family team meetings that follow best practice guidelines and safeguards when domestic violence is present Primarily work with Ocean County DCP&P, but be available to cover in Burlington County, when needed.

OTHER DUTIES

as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors of Arts Degree and five (5) years experience in domestic violence services or Master's Degree and three (3) years of experience in domestic violence services required. Certification as a Domestic Violence Specialist by the NJ Board of Domestic Violence Professionals or working toward certification required. Domestic Violence Specialist Certification or relevant experience may be substituted for the required degree.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS NEEDED

Valid drivers license

MANDATED PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Providence House is a 24-hour residential crisis program, and as such requires staffing at all times. When accepting a position with this agency it is important to know that the regular shift at the time of hiring is subject to change during the course of your employment, and that at times of staff emergencies or special events you may be required to fill shifts other than (instead of) your regular shift. This may include holidays.

Pay:

From $34.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person