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Sexual Violence Advocate

2 months ago

Houston, United States Houston Area Women's Center Full time
Job DetailsJob LocationHOUSTON, TXPosition TypeFull TimeEducation Level4 Year DegreeJob ShiftDayJob CategoryNonprofit - Social ServicesDescriptionAs the Sexual Violence Advocate is responsible for providing culturally relevant services with a trauma-informed, evidence-based, client-centered, and healing-centered approach to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. The Sexual Violence Advocate will provide case management services to clients participating in the Behavioral Health and Wellbeing program in all HAWC locations including Survivor Empowerment Hubs in strategically identified locations in the Houston community.Your Schedule:Monday Friday9 a.m. 6 p.m.11:30 a.m. 8:30 p.m. (two late nights per week)*Work a flexible schedule, on an as-needed basis.Local Travel: 50%Our Total Compensation Package: Hourly Compensation: $21.63Pay schedule semi-monthlyMedical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance ProgramsGenerous Paid time Off- 11 paid holidays per year, 3 personal holidays per year, 15 paid Vacation days per year, Approx 7 hours per month of accrued Sick days401K the agency matches 125% of employee contributions up to 4% of the annual salary of a full-time employeeCompany paid Life InsuranceCompany paid Long Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramImagine a place where your talent can make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Working at Houston Area Women's center gives you a rewarding experience in which our diverse team of employees work together as part of the empowerment of a survivor's life and at the same time part of a much larger mission. We are committed to doing the work and challenging each other to be an organization in which everyone is respected and heard. Every day we continue to embed diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equity in everything we do as we provide service to survivors of domestic and sexual violence.QualificationsThe Requirements We are Seeking:Education: Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Public Health, or Counseling.Experience: A minimum of one year of experience working within advocacy, case management, working with survivors of domestic and sexual assault, or similar in social service setting working with clients from diverse backgrounds (internships and volunteer work will be considered as experience).Language: Is able to read, speak, and write both English and Spanish fluently, preferred.Computer Skills: Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams).Computer savvy and able to learn new applications and systems quickly.Strong data-entry skills.Certificates & Licenses: Texas driver's license with a safe driving record; reliable transportation; ability to travel to off-site locations utilizing personal transportation, if applicableWhat you Deliver in this role: You will assist clients in receiving services by telephone and in person.You will conduct intake assessments for sexual violence survivors referred to the Behavioral Health and Wellbeing Program that help assess the client's needs, gather relevant information about their cases, and provide crisis intervention.You will enroll clients into individual/group counseling services with licensed counselors from the Behavioral Health and Wellbeing program.You will contact and make referrals to other internal and external stakeholders for additional services.You will maintain accurate records and appropriate documentation of services.You will participate in training, supervision, and meetings.You will work cooperatively with other staff to ensure optimal utilization of resources and efficient management of the program.Mandatory Reporting: report suspected and prior abuse/neglect to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services when appropriate.You will advocate at HAWC and other agencies on behalf of adults and children.You will help break down barriers, Mobile Advocacy is required, this includes meeting the client in the community, work, or other safe places, and accompanying clients to appointments as needed.Other duties/projects may be assigned.What Skills and Assets you bring, and more: Excellent attention to detailsDemonstration of professional objectivity and appreciation for confidential informationAbility to follow instructions and to adhere to policies and proceduresAbility to prioritize tasks to meet individual and team deadlinesHas a growth mindset and is a good team playerStrong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.When you work here at HAWC you make an impact not just in the lives of the survivors and the people you help, but also make an impact in our own lives and our community. We learn and grow with a purpose where we strive to work for a common cause, which is to end domestic and sexual violence for ALL.

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