Domestic Violence Advocate

Behavioral Health Network • Ware, MA • 3h ago

Domestic Violence Advocate - Phone Based Job Category: Behavioral Health
Requisition Number: DOMES001093 Part-Time Ware, MA 01082, USA Travel
Required: Yes Job Details Description Your experience, knowledge and
great skills will support the Domestic Violence Services program with
the following: Serving as a key component to local community response to
Domestic Violence in this rural region of Massachusetts. Providing
victim support and crisis intervention via phone call. Offering problem
solving and referrals to community services for survivors of domestic
violence. Offering education about the dynamics of abuse. Providing
safety planning and risk assessments, emotional support, and case
management. Being specially trained for this position. Being immediately
available to respond following a domestic violence incident. Who are we?
Through BHN\'s variety of Domestic Violence programs, we offer
supportive individual and group services to help those who feel unsafe
in their intimate partnerships or are questioning the health of their
dating or partner relationships. This position is a sub-grant through
the Northwestern District Attorney\'s office. Reasons to work with BHN:
Work with an agency who does amazing things for others You will be able
to change a person\'s life You will expand your experience in various
areas of mental & behavioral health You will have the opportunity to
grow within the agency You will not be bored with our fast-paced
environment You will have excellent benefits package & time off benefits
available What are we looking for in a Domestic Violence Advocate? High
School Diploma/GED equivalent (required); Bachelor?s degree in related
field (preferred). At least 25 hours of trainings relevant to Domestic
Violence Advocacy/Sexual Assault; proof of certifications required
during hiring process (required). Familiarity with Massachusetts laws
20J & 20K (required). Familiarity with domestic violence & sexual
assault support resources available within Western Massachusetts
(required). At least one year of experience within the field of human
services, mental health, social services, or case management (required).
At least one year of experience working survivors of domestic or sexual
violence (preferred). Valid Massachusetts driver\'s license & car
available for work purposes, if needed (required). Ability to commute to
Ware, MA and/or Northampton, MA within 30 minutes, if needed (required).
BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and
strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Available
Schedules: Per Diem: coverage for approximately one week/month,
including weekday evenings, 8:00pm-7:00am, and 24-hr coverage for
weekends and any Monday holidays Travel Required - Yes. Being
immediately available to respond following a DV incident. Qualifications
Education Required High School Diploma/GED or better. Experience
Required 1 year: At least one year of experience within the field of
human services, mental health, social services, or case management
(required). Preferred 1 year: At least one year of experience working
survivors of domestic or sexual violence (preferred).

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