Domestic Violence Advocate Full-time - Inverness, United States - CASA

CASA

Verified Company

Inverness, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Full time

Description

Qualifications and Skills:

Previous experience working with individuals in a crisis setting or social services preferred. Professional training may be substituted for experience. Must have a valid Florida driver's license.

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Primary Job Duties include:

Conduct interviews and crisis intervention with victims of domestic violence crimes in order to determine needs and explore options.
Assess lethality and conduct safety planning with victims of crime on a casebycase basis.
Assist victim with a case plan (give information and referrals, transport to appointments).
Complete victim compensation forms and legal referrals as needed and provide other information as needed.
Maintain contact with other advocates regarding shelter issues and victims' case plans.
Maintain counseling forms and statistics on all victims of crime in accurate, complete files.
Complete monthly statistical forms.
Attend meetings and trainings as scheduled.

Qualifications and Skills:

One year of crisis intervention experience is preferred.
Formal education in counseling or social work is preferred.
Training in domestic violence issues and crisis intervention may substitute for formal education at the discretion of CASA.
Knowledge of the dynamics and effects of domestic violence.
Ability to show caring and empathy toward survivors of domestic violence.
Ability to provide effective and immediate crisis intervention for participants.
Ability to work independently and make sound judgments.
Ability to establish and maintain personal boundaries.
Ability to communicate positively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to keep concise, accurate records.
Excellent computer skills.
Must be able to work with a culturally diverse community with sensitivity and professionalism.
Agree to drive agency vehicles as needed.
Ability to function independently and work cooperatively as a member of a team.
Must possess a valid Florida State Driver's License.
Possess the ability to lift at least 30 pounds.
Must be able to pass criminal background screening upon employment.