Location: Herkimer,NY, USA
Job Description
Catholic Charities is an organization that values helping others at any stage in their life, regardless of race, creed, or lifestyle. We place a special emphasis on helping those who are economically poor and the vulnerable. Catholic Charities is made up of multiple geographic and service-specific agencies. We are privileged to make a difference and love what we do.
We are currently hiring a Domestic Violence Victims Advocate (DV Victims Advocate) to work in our Herkimer location. As the Domestic Violence Victims Advocate (DV Victims Advocate) you would be responsible for:
+ Crisis and supportive services to DV clients in person or though 24-hour hotline. Complete assessment of needed supports and services, available resources and a plan for meeting clients needs.
+ Provide advocacy for victims applying for other services in order to live violence and abuse free.
+ Attend professional trainings and conferences to maintain and develop current knowledge of all aspects of the issue of domestic violence.
+ Provide or arrange for transportation as necessary. Client advocacy and accompaniment through court, social services, medical and housing systems, and others where appropriate.
+ Maintain accurate and complete case notes. Provision of children services, including: counseling, recreational activities and childcare as appropriate. Shared coverage of 24-hour hotline. Facilitation of support group as required.
+ Other duties as assigned.
Domestic Violence Victims Advocate (DV Victims Advocate) Minimum Salary: $17.50 / Hour
Domestic Violence Victims Advocate (DV Victims Advocate) Maximum Salary: $18.70 / Hour
Domestic Violence Victims Advocate (DV Victims Advocate) Schedule: Full time 35 hours per week; Monday - Friday with occasional weekends and evenings.
Qualifications:
+ Bachelors Degree Preferred, in Human Service Field; will consider those that have a special interest in working with population served.
+ Experience with trauma informed, survivor-centered service provisions.
+ Experience and knowledge of domestic violence protocols.
Benefits:
+ Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
+ Retirement planning options
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ 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)
+ Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)
Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
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