Domestic Violence Advocate - High Point Treatment Center : Job Details

Domestic Violence AdvocateProgram/ Location: South Shore Resource & Advocacy Center (SSRAC)/ PlymouthEducation/Experience: Bachelors and/or life experience, 2 years of domestic violence experiencePay Range: $20/hourStatus: Full Time / 40 hours a weekSchedule: Monday -Friday - 9am to 5 pmBenefits:Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Long & short term disabilityDiscounted auto/home and renters insurance 403b - RetirementFSA & DSAPMLAEmployee Assistance ProgramBonuses & ReferralEligibility for free classes to become a Licensed Counselor or Recovery CoachEducation days to use towards CEU'sFree meals at select programs and when availableUnmatched Leave Time (FT employees can earn up to 3 weeks in first year)Under this program, The South Shore Resource and Advocacy Center Advocate will provide comprehensive advocacy to survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, .and/or stalking The advocate must have a comprehensive knowledge of both Trauma informed and empowerment model. This position is a 40 hour center based position. High Point & Affiliated Organizations is a health and human service agency whose mission is to treat and prevent substance use disorders and mental illness. High Point has programs located throughout Southeastern Massachusetts offering a full continuum of care for substance use and mental health treatment, including inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community-based services. Programs and services also assist survivors of abuse, violence, and families experiencing homelessness. High Point believes that everyone has inherent goodness, worth, and dignity. Our goal is to help individuals and families achieve personal change and improve their quality of life.Advocate Duties & Responsibilities:Provide support, advocacy, referral, and case management services to domestic violence survivors Work with survivors to create, implement, and update individual safety planAssist survivors in emergency situations to obtain emergency safe home, shelter, financial assistance, and other basic needsWork with program staff to facilitate weekly support group sessionsMaintain accurate files, progress notes, data entry, submit timely monthly reports and paperwork to meet contract requirements,Assist clients with resources and referrals to other providers within the community. Assist survivors with accessing other services (job training, counseling, housing, medical services, etc.);Network with other providers to help survivors access community resources Work with survivors to create, implement, monitor, and update individual safety plan Assist survivors in emergency situations to obtain shelter, financial assistance, and other basic needsAdvocate Qualifications:Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment•Bachelor's degree in human services, social work, or related fieldMinimum two years paid working with survivors of Domestic ViolenceCompletion of a minimum of 24 hours of training in domestic violence training Demonstrated track record in advocacy, with ability to navigate multiple systems to ensure seamless services. Demonstrated respect for others' experiences, opinions, language, values, culture, and knowledgeExperience working with culturally diverse populations Ability to navigate and handle complicated situationsDemonstrated knowledge of contributing factors to gender based violence and its impact on survivors.