DV Advocate - GBV RRH Program

Calumet
Calumet
235 E 103rd St
Chicago, IL 60628, USA

When asked to describe the culture at Metropolitan Family Services, we would use one word:
COMMUNITY
. Community is at the heart of all we do, both in our internal culture and in the services we provide.

Metropolitan Family Services (MFS) empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, MFS has been the engine of change that helps families reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. If you want to have an impact beyond a company’s bottom line, we’d love to hear from you.

We are now hiring for a full-time DV Advocate with the Gender Based Violence Rapid Rehousing Program at our Calumet Center
.

SALARY:

The average starting salary for this position will fall in the range of $44,000 to $48,000 annually. Where candidates fall in this range will be based on skill and experience level.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provides direct housing support services to survivors of gender based violence and/or their children, including crisis intervention, safety planning, emotional support, advocacy, life skills development, parenting support, information, and/or referrals. Direct services provided to clients may be in-person, virtual, or by phone and may be conducted in individual, group, family, or communal settings.
• Assesses and effectively responds to the needs of survivors seeking supportive services using short-term, strengths-based interventions.
• In partnership with the client, develops and regularly reviews a housing service plan that describes the client’s goals while receiving services and tracks their progress in the achievement of those goals.
• Develops and maintains a strong working knowledge of MFS programs and community-based resources. May facilitate linkages with services both within MFS and in the community.
• Administers any required assessments and outcome tools at their designated intervals.
• Attends any mandatory group supervision and program/agency meetings.
• Participates in a team-oriented approach by collaborating with departmental staff and other programs to provide comprehensive services for clients.
• Completes paperwork in a timely manner, including case notes and other documentation needed for a client’s file.
• Works within contract, grant, and program expectations, including meeting timelines and reporting requirements.
• Remains cognizant of current developments in the field of domestic violence; attends appropriate workshops, conferences, etc. to enhance professional development and understanding of issues in the field.
• Establishes and maintains contact with local agencies, organizations, and partnering sites as appropriate; effectively and professionally represents Metropolitan Family Services and the domestic violence program in the community.
• Addresses housing related issues including lease.
• Provides linkages to support services including transportation, childcare assistance, clothing and uniform assistance.
• Records family progress in Infonet and case files.
• Handles emergency and crisis situations with clients.
• Provides services in accordance with the Illinois Certified Domestic Violence Professionals’ code of ethics.
• Other duties specific to the needs of the particular site or program where this position is based.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Training
  : 40-hour Domestic Violence training preferred at time of hire. This training is required at first opportunity upon hire and must be completed prior to any contact with DV program clients or their personally identifying information.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent plus 4 years’ work experience or associate’s degree plus 2 years’ work experience, preferably in the field of gender-based violence or a social services-related capacity.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field. Experience in social services and/or the field of gender-based violence is preferred. Illinois Certified Domestic Violence Professional (CDVP) certification is preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Satisfactorily pass all relevant screenings and background checks.

TRAVEL/TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Driving for work required with…