Domestic Violence Advocate

Liberty Resources / Liberty POST•Oneida, NY

5d•$39,000

About The Position

A domestic violence/sexual assault Advocate performs functions relevant to advocating for services or providing direct services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Advocates provide crisis intervention, assess for medical needs, safety planning, skill development, and service linkage to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking with the goal to promote self-sufficiency. Empowers clients by using clients’ cultural strengths and informal support networks in service delivery.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent and one (1) year experience with a domestic violence program, community based human services or related field required. Life experience may be substituted for formal work experience.
Must have a valid New York State driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
A domestic violence/sexual assault Advocate is required to complete an initial 30-hour Rape Crisis Certification training.
Additionally, the Advocate is required to complete 10 hours of continuing education credits annually specific to service provisions for survivors of domestic and/or sexual violence.

Responsibilities

Shares on-call responsibilities; takes corrective action to provide crisis coverage including assessing medical needs and safety.
Provides services to survivors and their families; serves as advocate and primary resource person for all survivors assigned.
Advocates on behalf of survivors with the court system, law enforcement organizations, medical community, and the community at large.
Delivers comprehensive support and educational interventions, including crisis response, safety planning, and referrals to essential services., including crisis intervention, safety assessment and planning, and referral and linkage to other services as needed.
Leads community outreach initiatives to educate and raise awareness about domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking prevention at outreach/tabling events and scheduled presentations.

Benefits

A Collaborative and Supportive Team Atmosphere
Competitive Compensation and Paid Time Off Package
Family-Friendly Workplace
Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Continuing Education Opportunities
A family-friendly work environment
Collaborative teams dedicated to the wellbeing of the individuals served
A diverse passionate workforce
Paid training and room for professional development
Competitive salary and insurance benefits (including health, dental, vision benefits and 401k)
Opportunities for growth and promotion throughout the agency
Employee recognition and appreciation programs
Mileage reimbursement
Paid time off (holidays, vacation, personal and sick time)