Domestic Abuse Victim Advocate (DAVA)

The Copper River Family of Companies•Alaska, United States, AK

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Coho Integrated Solutions is seeking a qualified Domestic Abuse Victim Advocate (DAVA) to support the Department of the Air Force Family Advocacy Program in Eielson, Alaska. The DAVA provides advocacy, crisis intervention, safety planning, case management, resource coordination, and support to victims of domestic abuse. The DAVA serves as a critical resource for victims and works closely with FAP clinicians, installation leadership, law enforcement, medical providers, and community agencies while maintaining the confidentiality and self-determination of victims within applicable program requirements.

Requirements

Must be eligible for and maintain required privileging within the Military Treatment Facility
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust determination in accordance with applicable contract and government requirements
Must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited university
Degree must be in Social Work, Psychology, Marriage/Family/Child Counseling, Counseling, Behavioral Science, Criminal Justice, or a related field
Must possess or be able to obtain upon hire or within six months of hire the required Basic Advocate credential with the Comprehensive Intervention Specialist designation, as approved and offered through the National Advocate Credentialing Program overseen by the National Organization for Victim Assistance
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Minimum of two years of experience assisting and providing advocacy services to victims of domestic abuse or sexual assault
Demonstrated ability to provide crisis intervention, advocacy, safety planning, case management, and resource coordination

Responsibilities

Provide 24-hour, seven-day-a-week response to victims alleging domestic abuse using the designated emergency contact process.
Explain available advocacy services, reporting options, voluntary participation, and applicable confidentiality limitations to victims.
Provide information regarding military and civilian resources, including protective orders, restraining orders, injunctions, legal services, medical resources, housing, childcare, and emergency shelter.
Conduct approved risk assessments when evaluating the potential for imminent serious harm or death.
Immediately notify appropriate FAP leadership, law enforcement, and command when imminent risk of serious harm or death is identified, in accordance with applicable procedures.
Develop, implement, and regularly review individualized victim safety plans.
Provide case management, follow-up, advocacy, information, referrals, and support based on victim needs and preferences.
Empower victims in decision-making while supporting self-determination and informed choices.
Accompany victims to medical appointments, court proceedings, and other authorized appointments when requested.
Collaborate with FAP clinicians and mental health providers and provide relevant updates regarding victim circumstances and safety concerns.
Support coordinated community response initiatives, system advocacy, education, and domestic abuse awareness.
Establish and maintain partnerships with installation and local domestic abuse agencies and support resources.
Maintain appropriate confidentiality and adhere to applicable victim advocacy requirements.
Support victims without directing or making decisions on their behalf.
Maintain communication with designated FAP and emergency contacts when providing advocacy services.
Maintain accurate location, arrival, and departure information while providing victim advocacy services.
Protect victim information and comply with applicable restrictions concerning Personal Health Information (PHI).