Advocate

Liberty Resources, Inc. • Oneida, NY

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About The Position

Liberty Resources is seeking an Advocate to support its Help Restore Hope Program in Madison County, New York. The Advocate provides advocacy and direct services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, with the goal of promoting self-sufficiency. Services include crisis intervention, assessment of medical needs, safety planning, skill development, and linkage to other services. The Advocate provides services in a culturally competent manner and empowers clients by incorporating their cultural strengths and informal support networks.

The role involves shared on-call responsibilities and responding to emergencies, which may require flexibility in work hours and assignment areas. The Advocate supports continuity and quality of client services, advocates with courts, law enforcement, medical providers, and the wider community, and contributes to program planning and goals. The position also includes maintaining timely reports and case files, and delivering community education and outreach about domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.

The Advocate must complete initial 30-hour Rape Crisis Certification training and 10 hours of relevant continuing education annually. Pay is $39,000 annually or $18.75 per hour. Liberty Resources describes itself as an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience with a domestic violence program, community-based human services, or a related field; life experience may substitute for formal work experience.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
• Criminal history clearance.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and ability to incorporate that understanding into service provision.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Effective oral, written, and public-speaking communication skills, with the ability to communicate courteously and professionally.
• Ability to work independently and with flexibility in days and hours of work.
• Initiative, sound judgment, and understanding of domestic violence and sexual assault issues.
• Completion of initial 30-hour Rape Crisis Certification training.
• Completion of 10 hours of continuing education annually specific to services for survivors of domestic and/or sexual violence.

Responsibilities

• Share on-call duties and provide crisis coverage, including assessing medical needs and safety; follow hotline coverage, incident notification, and debriefing requirements.
• Respond to emergencies, which may require flexibility in work hours and assignment areas.
• Maintain continuity and high standards of services for survivors and their families, serving as advocate and primary resource person for assigned survivors.
• Participate in service planning, program goal implementation, and program activities.
• Advocate for survivors with courts, law enforcement organizations, the medical community, and the community at large.
• Provide crisis intervention, safety assessments and planning, educational and support interventions, and referrals and linkages to other services.
• Complete, maintain, and update written reports, case files, and summaries in a timely manner and according to program and agency standards.
• Provide community education, prevention, and awareness through outreach events, tabling, and scheduled presentations coordinated with the Program Supervisor.
• Complete initial 30-hour Rape Crisis Certification training and 10 hours of annual continuing education related to services for survivors of domestic and/or sexual violence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED