Domestic Violence (DV) Advocate - Safe House

About the role

Join us in our mission as a DV Advocate at Catholic Charities of Delaware, Otsego, and Schoharie Counties. As the DV Advocate you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through direct services to survivors of domestic violence.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to survivors of domestic violence, to include counseling, legal advocacy, transportation, and referrals, etc.
• Complete intake process for prospective residential and nonresidential clients to determine if they are eligible for program services.
• Cover the 24-hour crisis hotline on a rotating basis.
• Maintain working knowledge of the NYS Office of Children and Family Services regulatory requirements for domestic violence residences and assist the Domestic Violence Program Director in ensuring that regulatory requirements at the Catholic Charities domestic violence safe dwelling are being met.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Human Services or related field
• 1 - 3 years of experience working with a diverse population
• Valid driver's license, proof of current car insurance and registration and access to a reliable, working vehicle

Pay

$22.198/hour

Schedule

Monday - Wednesday, & Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm; Thursdays 8:30AM to 6:30PM

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Retirement planning options
• Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)
• A collaborative work environment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)
• Exciting referral bonuses
• Ongoing training and development
• Recognition and Awards
• Career Growth
• A collaborative team culture

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