What are the responsibilities and job description for the DVHRT (Domestic Violence High Risk Team) Advocate position at Y W C A of the Mohawk Valley?
Job Summary:
Coordinate and lead the Oneida County DVHRT (Domestic Violence High Risk Team) regarding meetings, trainings, reporting, policies, procedures, and measuring overall effectiveness of the program. Provide advocacy/accompaniment, crisis intervention and supportive counseling to victims/survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and facilitate monthly meetings and monitor the progress of the Oneida County Domestic Violence High Risk Team (DVHRT).
- Assist in training all Law Enforcement and YWCA staff on the Danger Assessment.
- Compile monthly, quarterly and yearly statistical reports for the Oneida County DVHRT.
- Support victims/survivors in decision-making by providing correct information and available options regarding information and referrals; court, law enforcement, medical and social services advocacy/accompaniment.
- Advocating that the rights of the victims/survivors of domestic and sexual violence are being met.
- Gather information and data pertaining to victims/survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
- Advocate/accompany victims/survivors as they navigate court, law enforcement, medical and social services systems.
- Follow up with victims/survivors through court hearings, police intervention and hospital accompaniment and status of case.
- Inform victims/survivors of all Crisis Services programming including shelter, groups, counseling and 24-hour hotline.
- Assist victims/survivors file crime victims compensation application/follow up.
- Maintain current information on laws; policy and procedures regarding domestic and sexual violence.
- Maintain positive working relationships with community agencies, courts, law enforcement, and medical professionals.
- Make child abuse mandated reports to registry as appropriate.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Available “on call” weeknights and weekends as scheduled.
Position Specifications:
Education:
- Associates’ degree in human services; criminal justice; social work or related field preferred or 2 years’ experience in the field of domestic and sexual violence.
Required, Specialized, or Technical Knowledge:
- Acceptance and support of the YWCA Mission
- Ability to interact with staff, residents and/or agencies while maintaining confidentiality
- Well organized and Flexible
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
- Ability to work with and interact with diverse populations
- Must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel
- Knowledge of Microsoft computer software.
