Domestic Violence Advocate

POSITION SUMMARY

The Domestic Violence Advocate provides expert, trauma-informed advocacy, consultation, and support services to patients, employees, and community members impacted by domestic violence and related forms of abuse. The role serves as a key resource across the hospital and health system, partnering with clinical and non-clinical teams to assess risk, develop safety strategies, and coordinate appropriate interventions and referrals. Working under general supervision of the Domestic Violence Program Manager, the Advocate exercises independent judgment and discretion in responding to requests for assistance, conducting individualized risk assessments, determining appropriate courses of action, and delivering case-specific consultation.

The Advocate contributes to program development and institutional response strategies through participation in multidisciplinary initiatives, policy input, and training efforts. Position:
Domestic Violence Advocate Department:
Domestic Violence

Schedule:

Full Time

Provide comprehensive, trauma-informed advocacy services to adult and adolescent survivors across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings. Conduct crisis intervention, supportive counseling, and ongoing case support tailored to individual needs and circumstances.

Assess risk and safety concerns using professional judgment, active listening, and adaptive questioning. Develop and implement personalized safety plans based on dynamic, case-specific factors and evolving risk indicators.

Serve as a subject matter expert to hospital departments and staff by delivering case-specific consultation on identifying, assessing, and responding to domestic violence. Influence care decisions and intervention strategies through analysis, inquiry, and tailored recommendations.

Facilitate survivor access to internal and external resources, including legal protections (i.e, orders of protection), victim compensation programs, and community-based services. Advocate on behalf of survivors when navigating healthcare systems, legal entities, and social service organizations.

Design and deliver training sessions, educational workshops, and support groups for staff, patients, and community members. Tailor content to audience needs, emphasizing risk factors, dynamics of abuse, and appropriate response strategies.

Participate in cross-functional case consultations, committees, and program initiatives to enhance the organization’s response to domestic violence. Contribute expertise to the Domestic Violence Advisory Committee and other forums focused on system improvement.

Actively participate in the development and refinement of program policies, procedures, and operational approaches. Collaborate with team members to determine service delivery methods, coverage models, and responses to emerging or complex situations.

Collect, document, and manage confidential client information in accordance with program standards and regulatory requirements. Utilize data to support program evaluation, quality improvement, and reporting to internal stakeholders and external funders.

Adhere to hospital and program policies, including safety, confidentiality, and patient rights standards. Adjust to evolving program needs by supporting team operations, participating in coverage coordination, and contributing to a collaborative work environment.

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required)

Required

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s…