Domestic Violence Initiatives Intern (Unpaid)

Job Summary

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare is seeking a Domestic Violence Initiatives Intern to support our Women & Children Safety Program based out of our Union, NJ call center. This 6-month onsite internship is ideal for students or recent graduates seeking hands-on experience in crisis response, referral coordination, and case management for victims of domestic violence.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Answer hotline calls from victims and referring providers in a trauma-informed, confidential manner
• Conduct basic risk assessments and safety planning
• Engage in regular training sessions to prepare for Domestic Violence Case Management Certification
• Make appropriate referrals to shelters, legal services, law enforcement, or counseling
• Document all contacts and maintain accurate client case records
• Auxiliary work may include assisting with outreach materials and maintaining updated referral databases
• Participate in call center briefings and clinical debriefs
• Shadow or accompany staff during emergency hospital-based interventions when needed (e.g., assistance with domestic violence kits and rape kits)

Certification Preparation & Hospital Accompaniment Training

As part of this internship, participants will begin preparing for a recognized Domestic Violence Case Management Certification. This includes:

• 40-hour DV training and documentation standards
• Crisis and risk response
• Legal and ethical guidelines for hospital accompaniment
• Chain of custody and reporting procedures for DV evidence and rape kits
• Cultural sensitivity and confidentiality practices

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Public Health, or a related field
• Available to work onsite in Union, NJ at least 16 hours/week for 6 months
• Strong communication and emotional regulation skills during crisis interactions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and composure under pressure
• Bilingual (Spanish, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, or Arabic) strongly preferred
• Willingness to support in-person hospital accompaniment in rare but urgent cases
• Interest in completing formal certification following internship

Training & Supervision Provided

• Trauma-Informed Care & Crisis Intervention
• Confidentiality & Legal Protections
• Referral Coordination Protocols
• Hospital Advocacy & Forensic Kit Handling
• Weekly clinical supervision and progress reviews
• Certification preparation support and resources

Benefits/Perks

• Eligible for academic credit or volunteer/community service hours
• Direct experience in a call center-based DV response program
• Exposure to real-time crisis intervention and hospital-based advocacy
• Guidance toward national or state-recognized certification
• Reference letter upon successful completion

Pay Range

$0 per hour

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