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, . 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

Benefits of Working with JFCS :