Bilingual Survivor Services Specialist - 10909

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless • Quinte West, ON

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

The mission of the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is to work collaboratively toward the prevention of homelessness and the creation of lasting solutions for homeless and at-risk families, children, and individuals throughout Colorado. The Coalition advocates for and provides a continuum of housing and a variety of services to improve the health, well-being, and stability of those it serves. Our Philosophy of Service: We believe all people have the right to adequate housing and health care. We work to remove the barriers that restrict access to these rights. Society benefits when adequate housing and health care are available to everyone. We create lasting solutions to homelessness by: Honoring the inherent dignity of those we serve, affirming their capabilities and fostering their hope that a better life is possible. Building strong, caring and trauma-informed communities through the integration of housing, health care and supportive services. Advocating for social and racial equity, inclusion and diversity, and challenging the status quo in partnership with our workforce members and those we serve. Achieving excellence through continuous quality assurance, innovation and professional development. Using resources judiciously and effectively. The Survivor Services Specialist provides direct services to and advocacy for victims of domestic violence within Colorado Coalition for the Homeless (CCH). The Specialist will provide assessments of adult victims of domestic violence and assess the impact of domestic violence on children and the family unit, as well as provide short term direct case management for a limited caseload. The position will also coordinate services for adults and children and make referrals to both internal FSS staff, and external Partner Organizations. Will also collect and maintain data for project reporting and provide training and consultation to other CCH staff. NOTE: In order to ensure that our consumers receive the best possible care the candidate chosen to fill this position will be required to complete our internal credentialing and privileging process prior to a start date. The credentialing and privileging timeline is dependent on the selected candidate's submission of documents necessary for clearance. Please note that a start date will be scheduled once credentialing and privileging is complete.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license required.
• One year of experience working with survivors of domestic violence is required.
• Bi-lingual Spanish required

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience and sensitivity working with low-income or homeless families preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or equivalent field strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services, including assessments, safety planning, resource connection and support, to survivors of crime.
• Advocate on behalf of clients and coordinate access to internal and external services, including partner organizations and FSS staff.
• Provide timely in-home and on-site emergency support during normal business hours for clients experiencing crises.
• Conduct assessments of adult victims and evaluate the impact of domestic violence on children and the family unit; ensure service delivery meets required standards and grant expectations.
• Provide training and consultation to CCH staff to enhance understanding and response to domestic violence issues.
• Maintain client confidentiality and ethical standards; complete accurate and timely documentation in HMIS and EHR systems; participate in FSS meetings and professional trainings; support grant research and application to expand program services.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support program and organizational objectives.

Benefits

• Choice of HMO or PPO health insurance coverage options: full-time employees contribute only 1% of their earnings for their own HMO health coverage and no more than 4% of their earnings for coverage of eligible dependents. We’re proud to offer same-and opposite-sex domestic partner coverage.
• Choice of dental insurance or discount plan.
• Vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care / dependent care / parking expenses.
• Free basic life and AD&D insurance coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program, a problem-solving resource available to you and your household members.
• Dollar-for-dollar retirement plan matching contributions up to 5% of earnings with 3-year vesting.
• Extensive paid time-off, including 9 holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and three weeks of vacation for new full-time employees in their first year.
• The effective date for your benefits will be the first of the month following your date of hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees