Domestic Violence Advocate

Overview

Jewish Family and Children’s Service’s (JFCS) values each and every talented applicant, regardless of religious beliefs, race, age, origin, gender, sexual orientation, or cultural background. JFCS places a high value on inclusion and diversity, whether that applies to our employees or the nearly 40,000 clients receiving our services throughout the Valley.

Domestic Violence Advocate: The Domestic Violence Advocate provides guidance, domestic violence education, safety planning, advocacy, case management, supportive counseling, phone consultation, resource linkage, and referral to victims & survivors of domestic violence.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct service to program participants, including managing inquiry calls, completing phone screenings, completing intakes, developing and implementing the participants’ Case Plans for Success.
• Provides ongoing case management, advocacy, domestic violence education, and support services during client’s participation in program. Maintains active caseload of 15–20 clients.
• Completes client record documentation professionally and on-time using the Agency’s electronic medical record system.
• Participates in regular staff meetings, JFCS agency meetings as required, and community partner meetings as a representative of JFCS when appropriate, i.e. DV Collaborator’s Meeting.
• Represents JFCS and Shelter Without Walls in the community and helps build & maintain partnerships with community agencies.

Pay-Range: $19.00-$21.00/hour

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university OR an equivalent combination in experience and/or education.
• Bilingual Spanish-English Required.
• Demonstrated ability to work with victims of domestic violence.
• Significant knowledge of, and interest in, domestic violence intervention with families and children.
• Ability to work independently on specific assignments.
• Ability to be flexible, as specific tasks will change.

Benefits of Working with JFCS:

• Generous Employee Referral Bonuses for both the new-hire and the referring employee.
• Bonus Programs for both full-time and part-time employees.
• FREE Primary HealthCare to all employees and every member of their household, regardless of relationship. This includes virtual doctor's visits, physicals, lab tests, x-rays, vaccinations, prescriptions, and telehealth.
• Bilingual (Spanish-English) Salary Differential.
• Flexible Scheduling and Telehealth Flexibility for many positions.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan, with Company Match
• Tuition and license/certification reimbursement.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Clinical Supervision for Independent Licensure
• Generous paid time-off / sick time allocations
• Comprehensive Employee Benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, & more.
• Wellness Coaching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligibility for Loan Forgiveness Programs in many positions.