Victim Advocate

Alternatives For Girls•Detroit, MI

7h•$0 - $21

About The Position

The Victim Advocate supports AFG’s mission, and its goal to provide domestic violence advocacy services to victims/survivors of domestic violence in order to promote self-determination and safety.

Requirements

Requires an associate or bachelor’s degree in social work, human services or another related field of study and 2-3 years of experience working with domestic violence survivors
Requires basic computer software and Internet skills
Must have reliable transportation
Must possess a driver’s license and automobile insurance
Must have a good driving record

Nice To Haves

Additional relevant experience may be substituted for the degree requirement
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Provide crisis intervention and empowerment-based, trauma-informed advocacy.
Coordinate advocacy needs, information and referral services for AFG clients.
Provide info and education to help clients understand the dynamics of domestic violence.
Provide ongoing advocacy-based counseling and safety planning.
Engage in community networking activities to both increase access to services for individuals as well as to assist community service providers in understanding the dynamics of abuse.
Support clients as they navigate the civil and legal systems.
Collaborate with community partners such as the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence (MCEDSV), JP and others.
Record relevant client data, service usage and referrals into the database in a timely manner.
Represent AFG and its programs in a positive light to clients, volunteers, funders and the community.
Provide advocacy and support via the 24/7 emergency crisis line, as needed.
Provide ongoing training to AFG staff, volunteers and the community, as needed.
Perform other duties, as assigned.