Domestic Violence Coordinator - Full-time - DCMC

About the role

The Domestic Violence Coordinator provides trauma-informed psychosocial assessment, intervention, and care coordination for patients experiencing domestic violence and related psychosocial challenges. This role collaborates closely with clinical staff and community partners to support patient safety, recovery, and access to resources, while ensuring compliance with reporting and grant requirements.

Responsibilities

• Responds to patient/family needs related to abuse, domestic violence, trauma, mental health conditions, substance use, and other complex psychosocial issues using a therapeutic framework for effective problem solving with patients and family.
• Counsels patients on safety, legal options, and community resources.
• Coordinates complex discharge planning for patients experiencing domestic violence, homelessness, substance use disorders, psychiatric conditions, or dual diagnoses.
• Identifies, facilitates, and monitors referrals to community agencies and support services in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensures timely completion of mandatory reporting and documentation requirements in compliance with organization policies, state regulations and grant guidelines.
• Collects data, statistics, and outcomes required for grant reporting and program evaluation.
• Documents all patient assessments, interventions, and follow-up activities in the medical record according to departmental standards.
• Provides education and training to clinical staff on recognizing signs of abuse and domestic violence and navigating the referral process.
• Conducts follow-up consultations with patients to support continuity of care and ongoing safety planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) degree in social work, psychology, nursing, or related field
• Four (4) years’ experience in Domestic Violence or abuse counseling
• One year of experience working with victims of abuse is required

Qualifications

• Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles
• Experience with grant-funded programs and reporting requirements

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

Luminis Health offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan with employer match, paid time off, tuition assistance, and more. For more details, please refer to the Benefits Overview section.