Residential Counselor

JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF LOS ANGELES•Los Angeles, CA

32d•$23 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

As part of a multidisciplinary team, the Part Time Domestic Violence Residential Counselor provides direct client services to crisis line and shelter clients on a 24 hour, seven day per week basis, according to established agency standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Ability to work in shelter setting with victims of abuse
Knowledge and familiarity with crisis intervention techniques
Knowledge of issues related to family violence, particularly intimate partner abuse, child abuse and teen dating violence.
40-hour domestic violence training certificate required
Culturally sensitive and able to work with a multicultural client/customer population
Ability work in a non-judgmental manner and foster positive growth/outcomes
Able to work as part of a team and maintain professional boundaries
Must pass a criminal background check (Live Scan fingerprinting) and reference check prior to beginning employment

Nice To Haves

One-year experience in domestic violence or related field preferred
Bilingual Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

Responsible for the overall safety of clients, by providing continuous on-site coverage during scheduled shift
Crisis intervention counseling
Answer 24-hour crisis line
Complete case management tasks as assigned or necessary
Surveillance and safety of confidential location
Monitor whereabouts and safety plans of all clients
Handle client requests
Interact with law enforcement and other community agencies
Facilitate shelter intake and/or shelter placement
Maintain accurate client documentation and statistical reports
Assist residents with shelter guidelines
Attend weekly staff meetings
Performs other duties/special projects as assigned by the direct supervisor