Family Advocate
Family Advocate: A professional who provides advocacy, support, counseling, life skills and employment assistance, and related services to empower victims of domestic violence and their children in programs such as the emergency shelter, transitional living or permanent supportive housing.
Qualifications: Strong preference given to bilingual candidates (Spanish & English) who meet these qualifications: A bachelor’s degree plus two years experience in client advocacy, counseling, supportive housing or similar setting preferred, or a minimum of 4 years of education/experience in counseling and/or advocacy. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, ability to accept responsibility and follow through with assignments. Prefer experience or demonstrated interest in women's issues and domestic violence. A willingness to fully support the mission of the organization is essential.
Local travel necessary, reliable transportation required.
Responsibilities:
- Provide advocacy, support, counseling, crisis intervention and information/referrals
- Develop individual safety plans and individual goal plans with clients
- Facilitate the intake process, completing all required forms
- Facilitate support groups and/or informational meetings/trainings
- Assist with protective/restraining orders and other court matters
- Arrange for emergency medical services or law enforcement services as needed
- Provide/arrange transportation for clients
- Ensure client confidentiality as outlined in CGS 52-146K and the Center’s confidentiality policy
- Provide coverage of one minor holiday and two major holiday shifts each calendar year (if assigned to the emergency shelter program)
- Ensure compliance with funding requirements and contracts and the Center’s policies and procedures
- Work collaboratively with Center staff and other community service providers to address client needs
- Secure and maintain Certification as a Battered Women’s Counselor
General and Related Responsibilities:
- Assist in agency operations as requested by the supervisor
- Attend CCADV and other trainings/meetings as required
- Participate in staff meetings/trainings
- Assist in fundraising and community awareness activities
- Record and compile statistics as required
- Represent the Center at community meetings as requested by the supervisor
- Perform related duties as required and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor
This position is full-time, 40 hours per week, non-exempt from the provisions of the wage/hour laws.
Prudence Crandall Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
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