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Stellenbezeichnung: Domestic Abuse Victim Advocate (DAVA)
Location: Geilenkirchen

DOMESTIC ABUSE VICTIM ADVOCATE

DOMESTIC ABUSE VICTIM ADVOCATE ("DAVA") shall perform duties including but not limited to the following:

Provides 24‑hour/7‑day response to victims alleging DA by publishing and maintaining an emergency contact number via cell phone provided by the vendor.

Establish a Victim’s Safety Plan on a case‑by‑case basis. Partners with the FATM and FAIS or mental health on‑call provider if the treatment or case manager is unavailable, to establish safety plans. The victim’s safety is the DAVA’s top responsibility and priority. The DAVA will review the Safety Plan during each victim contact.

Develops safety plans based on initial and ongoing risk assessments. If imminent risk of serious harm or death is established, notify the FAO, law enforcement and Command. If children are involved, the process also includes child physical safety and emotional well‑being; refer involved children to the treatment or case manager for follow‑on care.

Immediately reports any changes in the victim’s circumstances that change or impact the safety plan to the FAP treatment/case manager or mental health on‑call provider if the treatment/case manager is unavailable. When determining whether a victim is at imminent risk of serious harm or death, the DAVA will assess the following risk factors:

Victimization patterns have increased in severity or frequency
Alleged offender threatened or attempted to kill the victim or his/her children
Alleged offender threatened or attempted suicide
Alleged offender strangled the victim
Alleged offender used or threatened to use a weapon against the victim
Victim sustained serious injury during the abusive incidents
Prior police contact with the alleged offender regarding DA
Victim has a restraining or protection order against the alleged offender
Victim is estranged, separated, or attempting to separate from the alleged offender
Alleged offender stalked the victim
Alleged offender exhibits obsessive behavior, extreme jealousy, or extreme dominance
Alleged offender abuses alcohol or drugs
Alleged offender forced sex on the victim
Alleged offender abused victim during current pregnancy
Victim expresses fear of imminent serious harm or death
Alleged offender has active psychosis or mania
Alleged offender is using psychoactive drugs, such as amphetamines or cocaine

Advises each victim at the initial contact that:

DAVA services are voluntary
DAVA have limited confidentiality IAW AF policy
Medical examination and documentation of the victim’s injuries is highly recommended
Victims may choose to make a restricted or unrestricted report of DA (those options are fully explained by the DAVA).

Advises victims of the military or civil actions available to promote safety (e.g., military order of protection, restraining order, and injunction).

Offers victims information regarding their identified needs (e.g., emergency shelter, housing, childcare, legal services, clinical resources, medical services, transitional compensation).

Offers follow‑up DAVA services to each victim:

Empower the victim to advocate for the needs of self and children
Support the victim in decision‑making by exploring options
Assist the victim with prioritizing actions and establishing short/long‑term goals
Provide information and referral on military and civilian resources

Advises victims of the impact of domestic violence on children and supports victims’ efforts to have children assessed and treated, as needed.

Accompanies the victim to appointments or court proceedings when requested by the victim.

Assistance with transportation is typically not provided to victims; however, after consultation with the FAO and when no other reasonable means exist, the DAVA may transport the victim to important appointments (i.e., medical, court, protective actions). The DAVA cannot transport minor children unless accompanied by the parent or legal guardian, and has the appropriate safety restraints in the vehicle. The government will not be responsible for any costs or liabilities if the DAVA elects to provide transportation for victims except as identified in PWS paragraph 2.5.4 LVT.

Collaborates with the FAP treatment/case manager to support the…


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