Back to Jobs search

ADVOCATE INTERVENTION NETWORK

YWCA Central Massachusetts • Leominster, MA • 4d ago

Salary Range $20.58 - $20.58 Hourly

Level Experienced

Position Type Full Time

Job Shift Day

Education Level 2 Year Degree

Travel Percentage Negligible

Category Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Job Title: Domestic Violence Intervention Advocate Department: Domestic Violence

Reports to: Supervisor of DV Services Effective Date: July 2026

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Remote: NO

Job Summary:

As a Domestic Violence Intervention Advocate at YWCA Central Massachusetts, you will play a vital role in advancing our mission to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote justice and dignity for all. Working closely with the Manager/Supervisor, you will partner with local Police Departments, community agencies, and multidisciplinary teams to provide compassionate advocacy, crisis intervention, and support to victims and survivors of domestic violence. You will help connect individuals to resources, promote safety through coordinated services, participate in community outreach and education, and contribute to an inclusive environment where every person is treated with dignity, respect, and equity.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Duties/Responsibilities:

Provide individual advocacy, crisis intervention, emotional support, and culturally responsive, trauma informed services to victims and survivors of domestic violence, ensuring services are equitable, inclusive, and respectful of each individual's unique identity, background, and lived experience.

Provide on site coverage at the Worcester Police Department during specified hours to conduct victim follow up and provide timely advocacy and support.

Assist individuals with restraining orders, elder abuse and child abuse petitions, and advocacy following law enforcement response while ensuring services are accessible and responsive to the diverse needs of survivors.

Collaborate with Victim Advocates, the District Attorney's Office, law enforcement, and community partners to provide coordinated, survivor centered support that promotes equity and reduces barriers to services.

Participate as an active member of the Worcester Domestic Violence High Risk Response Team and collaborate with multidisciplinary partners to improve survivor safety and coordinated community response.

Assist clients in developing, implementing, and adapting individualized safety plans that recognize cultural, linguistic, accessibility, and other unique considerations.

Maintain accurate, timely, and complete statistical data and reports in accordance with funder requirements, agency standards, and program guidelines.

Ensure accurate, confidential, and up to date documentation of all client interactions, services provided, referrals, and case activity.

Refer, advocate for, and connect victims with community resources and services that support housing stability, financial empowerment, legal advocacy, health care, mental health services, and other identified needs.

Build and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations, service providers, and stakeholders to strengthen coordinated services for survivors from diverse communities.

Represent the YWCA at community meetings, networking events, outreach activities, and tabling events as assigned to increase awareness of services and strengthen community partnerships.

Participate in regular staff meetings, trainings, professional development opportunities, and initiatives that promote racial justice, gender equity, cultural humility, and continuous learning.

Demonstrate experience working effectively with individuals from diverse racial, cultural, ethnic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious, linguistic, and ability backgrounds while fostering an environment of inclusion, dignity, and respect.

Support the YWCA's mission to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote justice and dignity for all through daily practice, decision making, and service delivery.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Proficient computer skills and excellent organizational abilities.

Strong public speaking skills and ability to make community presentations.

Ability to remain calm and composed in crisis situations.

Education and Experience:

Knowledge and experience in domestic violence advocacy, crisis intervention, and victim services.

Familiarity with criminal justice processes and an understanding of high-risk cases in domestic violence situations.

Experience working with diverse populations and understanding of cultural sensitivities.

Experience working with community resources and collaboration with law enforcement agencies is highly desirable.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Similar Jobs

Wireless Sales Manager - W1970/W2118/W2964/

OSL Retail Services • Leominster, MA • 2h ago

Management & Administrative

Overview Ready to take your sales career to the next level? As aTeam Leadyou'll play a vital role in advancing sales objectives, developing a skilled team of Mobile Experts, and ensuring that customers receive outstandin...

2h ago

Go to Apply

Cash Management Sales Officer

Middlesex Savings • Westborough, MA • 2h ago

Management & Administrative

Overview The Cash Management Sales Officer is responsible for driving revenue growth by delivering tailored cash management solutions to commercial and business clients. This role partners closely with commercial and bus...

2h ago

Go to Apply

Retail Merchandiser - Walmart

Acosta Group • Amherst, NH • 3h ago

Retail & Hospitality

Retail Merchandiser - Walmart General Information Company: PRE-US Location: AMHERST, New Hampshire, 03031 Ref #: 132445 Pay Rate: $ 15.00 Experience/skills and/or location may influence position wage rate Function: Merch...

3h ago

Go to Apply

Supply Chain Product Planner

Sanofi Group • Framingham, MA • 3h ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Job title : Supply Chain Product Planner Location : Framingham, MA / Cambridge, MA / Morristown, NJ About the Job Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers - seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufac...

3h ago

Go to Apply

Human Resources (HR) Administrator

Robert Half • Wayland, MA • 4h ago

Management & Administrative

Description Robert Half's client in Wayland MA is seeking an HR Administrator! Responsibilities include: Onboarding & new hire coordination Pre-employment administration Track completion of pre-employment requirement...

4h ago

Go to Apply

Warehouse Manager

Teleflex • Chelmsford, MA • 5h ago

Management & Administrative

Warehouse Manager Date: Jul 27, 2026 Location: Chelmsford, MA, US Company: Teleflex Expected Travel : Up to 10% Requisition ID :14168 About Teleflex Incorporated As a global provider of medical technologies, Teleflex is...

5h ago

Go to Apply

Digital Banking Specialist I (76888)

Main Street Bank • Marlborough, MA • 6h ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

Salary Range $20.50 - $24.00 Hourly Level Entry Position Type Full Time Category Customer Service Job Description Title: Digital Banking Specialist I FLSA Status: Non-exempt Employment Status: Full Time Department: Depos...

6h ago

Go to Apply

Administrative Assistant

Kelly Services • Devens, MA • 7h ago

Management & Administrative

Administrative Assistant II Location Devens ,Ma Temp to hire Pay rate $25/hour Job Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant II to support our Business Development and cross-functional teams....

7h ago

Go to Apply

Senior Receptionist - Worcester, MA

Amergis • Worcester, MA • 7h ago

Management & Administrative

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is looking for qualified Administrative Assistants to be responsible for a variety of administrative and clerical duties to help improve efficiencies at an organization. The Administrative Ass...

7h ago

Go to Apply

ABMS Integration Lead

The MITRE Corporation • Bedford, MA • 8h ago

Why choose between doing meaningful work and having a fulfilling life? At MITRE, you can have both. That's because MITRE people are committed to tackling our nation's toughest challenges-and we're committed to the long-t...

8h ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)