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Domestic Violence Advocate
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Access Family Services
Newark, NJ (In Person)
$37,578 Salary, Part-Time
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Residential Domestic Violence Advocate ACCESS Family Services, Inc. Newark, NJ Job details Salary $16.00 - $20.00 hourly based on experience
Job Type Part-time Qualifications Experience:
relevant, 2 years (Preferred) Full Job Description ACCESS Family Services, Inc. an Essex County domestic abuse organization, is looking for passionate, reliable and organized Residential Advocates to join our dynamic team. Residential Advocates provide advocacy and support services to survivors of domestic abuse and their families. As a Residential Advocate, you will be part of an empowerment-based team that supports survivors and their families in a trauma informed, compassionate organization. The Residential Advocate is a part time hourly, evening and weekend position, working within the Safe House/Hotline team of ACCESS Family Services. The position actively supports the daily routine of the 15-bed safe house. Provide crisis line, office, and house coverage during the shift. Assess immediate crisis needs of clients and address appropriately. Manage incoming calls and walk-ins and complete necessary documentation. Support the daily operations of the shelter offices. Complete and maintain client records that document services provided. Educate clients about dynamics of domestic violence and sexual assault and options/resources available. Work with clients to develop and maintain relevant and meaningful case plans. Provide concrete case management and access to in-house and external resources. Meet regularly with clients to support case plan accomplishment. Refer clients to other agencies and resources and advocate directly with other agencies as needed to help client access necessary services. Maintain service partnerships with referral agencies. Conduct potential shelter client assessments and intakes. Orient clients to shelter and house rules. Assure that appropriate house rules are practiced. Assist clients in identifying and fulfilling needs. Oversee house security, complies with all rules and regulations of agency policies and safety procedures. Document shelter happenings and client activities as necessary. Oversee shelter environment and activities, facilitate problem solving for in-house conflicts and crises, encourage and model appropriate shelter interactions. Mediate on behalf of residential clients when appropriate. Provide appropriate follow-up and documentation of emergency incidents or non-compliance of rules. Participate in staff meetings, case conferences and other meetings as needed. Facilitate support groups as needed. The ideal candidate for this position is passionate about serving others, thrives in crisis intervention, is reliable, a self-starter, an effective communicator, has stellar organizational skills and a passion for assisting those affected by domestic violence. Residential Advocates possess the following qualifications and experience:- Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field or equivalent professional experience preferred but not required. Commitment to 40 hour domestic violence training upon hire.
- Experience in domestic violence or sexual assault or crisis intervention preferred.
- Two or more years of experience in advocacy or case management services preferred.
- Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) a plus Position is hourly part-time, with evening, weekend and some overnight hours required.