COMMUNITIES OVERCOMING VIOLENT ENCOUNTERS JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Outreach Advocate (Lake/Oceana)
Reports To: Legal Advocate/Client Services Director
Classification: Non-Exempt; $1-19 Per Hour; On-Call Premium; Benefits after 90 Days
Type: Full-time (M-F, 40 Hours, Some Evenings & Weekends) On-Call Rotation
Description: Position provides direct client services including but not limited to: crisis intervention, advocacy, and information and referrals for victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault. Focused service area is in Lake and Oceana county. EOE
Essential Functions/Duties Includes But Not Limited To:
Provide safety planning with victims of domestic violence.
Be responsive to survivors self-identified needs including but not limited to law enforcement, courts, Prosecution, landlords, and other participant driven needs
Provide advocacy to survivors in an empowering, respectful manner
Continue case management as client transitions from Residential to Outreach services
Provide participant transportation if needed, and accompany to appointments
Document and maintain confidential client files on all services provided
Complete paperwork in a timely manner as required from funding sources
Act as a resource providing appropriate referrals for DV survivors as needed
Attend all staff meetings, trainings and weekly case management meetings
Maintain current knowledge of available community resources and state laws regarding domestic violence and sexual assault
Provide after-hours on-call on a rotating basis
Facilitate DV weekly group for survivors in Lake and Oceana county
Accompany survivors to court as needed
Other Responsibilities:
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Adhere to, promote, and enforce all philosophies, policies and procedures of COVE
Allow flexibility with work schedule for job function
Fill-in for other positions as necessary
Responsible for other duties as assigned by supervisor or the Executive Director
Knowledge/Abilities/Skills: Empathy and compassion for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault; ability to provide services according to agency philosophy of empowerment; ability to work with diverse backgrounds and populations; conflict resolution skills; team player; self-motivated; able to work without direct supervision. Bi-Lingual a plus
Preferred Education/Experience: BS or BA in Human Service Field preferred or 3 years’ equivalent work experience with direct client services in a related field in lieu of degree; own reliable transportation and maintain proper insurance and current license.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
