What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bi-Lingual Senior DV Advocate - DV Advocacy and Support position at Careerbuilder-US?
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. Metropolitan is Illinois’ first comprehensive human services agency and reaches more than 117,000 individuals and families in Chicago, Evanston / Skokie, the southwest suburbs and DuPage County with services promoting education, economic stability, emotional wellness and empowerment.
We are now hiring for a full-time Senior DV Advocate with the DV Advocacy and Support : Apoyo a Sobrevivientes de Violencia Domestica Program to join our Calumet Team!
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
- 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 in a culturally sensitive way 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.
- Assists DV Program Supervisor with variable administrative duties, which may include staff training and support; development and maintenance of shift schedules, data collection and reporting, and back-up for Program Supervisor or other staff as needed.
- Provides consultation to other staff as needed and assumes a leadership role in fostering positive working relationships with community partners.
- Administers any required assessments and outcome tools at their designated intervals.
- 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 may be assigned that are specific to the needs of the particular site or program where this position is based.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
SALARY :
Metropolitan Family Services puts our people first with a top-of-the-line benefits package.
Salary : $43,300 - $47,900
