Domestic Violence Advocate Full-Time

Qualifications and Skills:

Previous experience working with individuals in a crisis setting or social services preferred. Professional training may be substituted for experience. Must have a valid Florida driver’s license.

• Primary Job Duties include:
• Conduct interviews and crisis intervention with victims of Domestic Violence crimes in order to determine needs and explore options.
• Assess lethality and conduct safety planning with victims of crime on a case-by-case basis.
• Assist victim with a case plan (give information and referrals, transport to appointments).
• Complete victim compensation forms and legal referrals as needed and provide other information as needed.
• Maintain contact with other advocates regarding shelter issues and victims’ case plans.
• Maintain counseling forms and statistics on all victims of crime in accurate, complete files.
• Complete monthly statistical forms.
• Attend meetings and trainings as scheduled.

Qualifications and Skills:

• One year of crisis intervention experience is preferred.
• Formal education in counseling or social work is preferred.
• Training in Domestic Violence issues and crisis intervention may substitute for formal education at the discretion of CASA.
• Knowledge of the dynamics and effects of Domestic Violence.
• Ability to show caring and empathy toward survivors of Domestic Violence.
• Ability to provide effective and immediate crisis intervention for participants.
• Ability to work independently and make sound judgments.
• Ability to establish and maintain personal boundaries.
• Ability to communicate positively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to keep concise, accurate records.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Must be able to work with a culturally diverse community with sensitivity and professionalism.
• Agree to drive agency vehicles as needed.
• Ability to function independently and work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Must possess a valid Florida State Driver’s License.
• Possess the ability to lift at least 30 pounds.
• Must be able to pass criminal background screening upon employment.

Shift: Wednesday - Friday 3pm-11pm and Saturday & Sunday 6pm-2am

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.45 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Social Work: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person