Job Details
Job Location
1000 Bridgeport Avenue, 3rd floor, Shelton, CT – Shelton, CT
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Salary Range
$25.85 – $36.18 Hourly
Travel Percentage
Up to 25%
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Nonprofit – Social Services
Domestic Violence Advocate Counselor – Ansonia
Position Summary: To create an environment that supports individual safety and breaks the cycle of domestic violence by providing services that include crisis intervention/short term counseling/safety planning, and domestic violence education.
ACCOUNTABLE AND RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING RESULTS:
- Responsible for completing client intakes and advocacy for victims of domestic violence
- Conducts assessments including risk for lethality utilizing safety planning for victims of domestic violence and their families
- Provide trauma informed emotional support to help victims understand feelings and behaviors in response to abuse and specific ways to build self-esteem and coping strategies
- Explore client’s own resources and further service options including making appropriate referrals; collaborating with other staff, addressing with client any necessary concerns (e.g. preparing temporary restraining orders, parenting issues regarding domestic violence)
- Assist and accompany client to court for temporary restraining order and RO hearing
- Responsible for covering both hotline and LAP line
- Advocate with outside system regarding client’s needs
- Assist client’s and their families in developing safety planning which address client’s particular situations
- Provide clients with information and referral and resources outside of the domestic violence program
- Provide victim compensation information and assisting in filing compensation forms
- Provide shelter coverage if needed, including any supportive services needed related to residents living there
- Attend scheduled meetings and on-going trainings Maintains accurate case files and enters data into database
- Facilitate support groups as needed
- Maintain and enhance professional proficiency by participating in continued education and workshops designed to enhance skills and understanding of family violence issues.
- Attends training sessions, workshops, seminars as requested by supervisor, or as needed for professional development, or as required for accreditation or licensing
- Required to use own vehicle on company business or to transport clients
- Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position
- May perform other assignments and duties as assigned
BHcare
Caring for our community through all stages of life.
Who We Are
BHcare is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic that offers a comprehensive and integrated system of care with wrap-around services for adults, children and families struggling with mental health, substance use, domestic violence, and other health-risk behaviors.
We employ a diverse and dedicated group of professionals that create and sustain programs to rebuild and change the lives of those who walk through our doors each day. We are devoted to helping our clients live to their full potential as happy, healthy and active members of our community.
Why BHcare?
Our culture and benefits are designed to promote your well-being and help you achieve a healthy work-life balance.
Benefits to full-time (30+ hours per week) employees:
- Flexible work schedule
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, personal and 8 holidays)
- Health & Dental insurance
- Dependent care accounts
- Medical flexible spending accounts
- Paid family leave
- LTD & Disability coverage
- Life & AD&D
- Supplemental insurance including STD, Cancer, Accident and Critical Illness
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) retirement plans with 4% employer match
- Career advancement opportunities
- Employee referral program
- Staff events and activities
Position Summary: To create an environment that supports individual safety and breaks the cycle of domestic violence by providing services that include crisis intervention/short term counseling/safety planning, and domestic violence education.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree required;
- Two years Advocacy and/or direct service experience working with survivors of domestic violence in a community-based setting preferred;
- Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) reading writing and speaking preferred;
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of clients;
- Knowledge of community resources;
- Crisis intervention and counseling skills;
- Must have working knowledge of computer applications, and if applicable ability to navigate through electronic health record
- Must have and maintain a valid CT drivers license if relocated to CT as a state resident more than 30 days ago. Also, must maintain an acceptable driving record and be insurable at a reasonable rate under the Organizations auto insurance plan.
Must be able to attend required training during first week of employment, which is Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain the certified domestic violence counselor per CGS 52-146k before providing direct service to clients, followed with six-hour recertification yearly.
- Strong Written Communication skills.