Domestic Violence Advocate

Southeast, 3062 E 91st St, Chicago, IL 60617, USA

Metropolitan Family Services.
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Metropolitan Family Services empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. Are you looking to have an impact on more than just a company’s bottom line? Then we’d love to hear from you!

We are now hiring for a full-time Bilingual Domestic Violence Advocate at our Southeast office.

SALARY
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The average starting salary for this position will fall in the range of $42,000 and $46,000 annually. Where candidates fall in this range will be based on skill and experience level.

• Provides direct services to survivors of domestic abuse 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 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.
• Recognizes domestic violence survivors as the experts of their own lives and partners with clients to identify and build upon their strengths.
• 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.
• Provides services in accordance with the Illinois Certified Domestic Violence Professionals’ code of ethics.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent education and 4 years’ work experience in social services and or domestic violence,
  required.
• OR Associate’s degree/bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services; with 2 years’ work experience in domestic violence or social services,
  preferred.
• 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,
  preferred.
• Illinois Certified Domestic Violence Professional (CDVP) certification,
  preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field,
  preferred.

• Knowledge of community resources, advocacy and crisis intervention skills, and an understanding of trauma and Trauma‑Informed Care.
• Empathic, non‑judgmental, service‑oriented attitude in work with clients.
• Ability to respond appropriately in varied situations and to function with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work and problem‑solve both independently and collaboratively within a team…