Domestic Violence Support Specialist

7 days ago


Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Center for Family Full time
About Our Team

The Center for Family Services is a dynamic and supportive team dedicated to improving lives. As a Residential Advocate, you will be part of a close-knit team that values collaboration and open communication.

About the Position

The ideal candidate will have experience in advocacy, crisis-intervention, and counseling, as well as sensitivity toward the needs of victims. You will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the Safe House Campus, answering hotline calls, and providing support services to residents.

Responsibilities and Requirements

* Ensure the safety and security of the Safe House Campus
* Answer hotline calls and administrative calls, offering crisis-intervention, phone counseling, information, and referrals for victims and survivors of sexual violence and domestic violence
* Document all calls in the DVRT/SART Log, intake log, stat forms, and AWARDS
* Make follow-up calls as per logs documenting on logs and AWARDS
* Provide intake for incoming residents and complete procedures with residents
* Assist all residents with requirements needed to ensure their well-being
* Provide house meetings for residents
* Assist with maintaining the Safe House, including cleaning, organizing, photocopies, and completing daily duties
* Provide victims with case-related medical and legal information
* Accompany victims to hospitals, law enforcement agencies, and court
* Assist with on-call schedule as needed
* Assist with office procedures pertinent to the operations of the program

* Successfully complete 60-hour Domestic Violence training and the New Jersey State Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate Training provided by Services Empowering Rights of Victims (SERV)
* Experience in advocacy, crisis-intervention, and counseling
* Sensitivity toward the needs of victims
* Ability to work effectively with people, especially on a one-to-one basis
* Effective verbal and written communication skills
* A minimum of 60 college credits or work experience and a high school diploma required

Why Work With Us

* Competitive benefits package
* Excellent paid time off (PTO) program
* 401k Plan
* Medical insurance plan options
* Dental & Vision Insurance
* Prescription Insurance
* Life Insurance
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* Health & Wellness Activities
* Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
* Opportunity for advancement

About Us

The Center for Family Services is a leader in the non-profit sector and has been named as a top workplace in the region since 2010. We are committed to investing in our staff and providing a supportive environment that allows them to grow and develop professionally.

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