Domestic Violence Educator Advocate
About The Position
Community Action Programs Cayuga/Seneca (CAP) is seeking a Domestic Violence Advocate/Educator. This role involves providing direct services to victims of domestic violence and their children. The Advocate/Educator acts as a crucial liaison between victims and various entities such as law enforcement, the courts, social services, and other service providers. Additionally, a key part of the position is to deliver educational presentations to the community and schools, focusing on the dynamics of domestic violence and outlining the services offered by the Agency.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in human services or related field required
- Knowledge and understanding of domestic violence, and the problems and needs of victims
- Must have reliable transportation and a clean, valid NYS driver’s license
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
- Family Development Credential is desired
Responsibilities
- Provides direct services to victims of domestic violence and their children
- Serves as a liaison between victims of domestic violence and law enforcement, the courts, social services, and other service providers
- Provides educational presentations to the community and schools regarding the dynamics of domestic violence and the services provided by the Agency
Benefits
- health insurance
- dental insurance
- life insurance
- paid leave time (PTO, sick, holidays, birthday, academic breaks)
- 401K retirement
- FSA
- HRA
- qualifying education assistance
- other employee development benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
