Jewish Family and Children’s Service’s (JFCS) values each and every talented applicant, regardless of religious beliefs, race, age, origin, gender, sexual orientation, or cultural background. JFCS places a high value on inclusion and diversity, whether that applies to our employees or the nearly 40,000 clients receiving our services throughout the Valley.
- Part-Time Position (Bilingual Required )
Domestic Violence Advocate: The Domestic Violence Advocate provides guidance, domestic violence education, safety planning, advocacy, case management, supportive counseling, phone consultation, resource linkage, and referral to victims & survivors of domestic violence.
The Domestic Violence Advocate also represents JFCS and Shelter Without Walls in the community and helps build & maintain partnerships with community agencies.
Duties include:
- Provides direct service to program participants, including managing inquiry calls, completing phone screenings, completing intakes, developing and implementing the participants’ Case Plans for Success.
- Provides ongoing case management, advocacy, domestic violence education, and support services during client’s participation in program, as well as community support and educational groups. Maintains active caseload of 15 – 20 clients for part-time and 30-40 clients for full-time.
- Completes client record documentation professionally and on-time using the Agency’s electronic medical record system.
- Participates in regular staff meetings, JFCS agency meetings as required, and community partner meetings as a representative of JFCS when appropriate.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university OR an equivalent combination in experience and/or education.
- Bilingual Spanish-English required for part-time, highly desired for full time, although not required but Bilingual Pay Differential provided after evaluation.
- Demonstrated ability to work with victims of domestic violence.
- Significant knowledge of, and interest in, domestic violence intervention with adult survivors.
- Ability to work independently on specific assignments.
- Ability to be flexible, as specific tasks will change.
Benefits of Working with JFCS:
- Health Insurance, Dental and Vision
- Additional FREE Primary HealthCare to all employees and every member of their household, regardless of relationship. This includes virtual doctor's visits, physicals, lab tests, x-rays, vaccinations, prescriptions, and telehealth.
- Bilingual (Spanish-English) Salary Differential.
- Flexible Scheduling
- 401(k) Retirement Plan, with Company Match
- Tuition and license/certification reimbursement.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
- Generous paid time-off / sick time allocations
- Wellness Coaching
- Employee Assistance Program
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.50 - $21.00 per hour
Schedule:
Work Location: In person