Job Details
Job Location
142 Temple Street, New Haven, CT – New Haven, CT
Position Type
Part 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
DV ADVOCATE COUNSELOR – New Haven
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 clients 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 clients needs
- Assist clients and their families in developing safety planning which address clients 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
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.
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of clients.
- Crisis intervention and counseling skills preferred.
- Must be proficient with PCs and Microsoft Office Word & Outlook.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR/ First Aid certification.