Advocate Program, Inc. is a multi-faceted community agency whose missions is to facilitate social change and enhance public safety through leadership, research, education, supervision, and services, utilizing best and evidence-based practices.

The Advocate Program, Inc. is a private, not-for-profit, 501 c (3) justice agency that offers probation, diversion, community service, DUI and traffic programs, domestic violence programs, substance abuse and mental health evaluations and treatment to court-ordered individuals. It has expanded to work with juveniles and families in the juvenile justice field, families impacted by family conflict and violence, and homeless veterans and their families.

Responsibilities:

Conduct initial interview with clients referred from Domestic Violence and Felony Drug Court.

Conduct a financial screen on those clients being referred for treatment.

Assess client needs in order to ensure proper treatment placement and/or referral. (i.e., language, victim relationship, etc)

Assist and refer clients needing services to the Social Services Department when necessary.

Conduct monthly report in’s on probationers, conduct urinalysis testing as needed.

Prepare for and be present for Domestic Violence Drug Court Calendars on weekly basis. Prepare reports for Domestic Violence Judges and State Attorney’s Office.

Request compliance reports from local Batterer’s Intervention, Substance Abuse, and Mental Health treatment providers and update client’s file with updated report.

Work closely with Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office, Miami-Dade Clerk of Courts, and the Eleventh Judicial Circuit.

Case Management responsibilities to include:

Daily reviews

Refer clients to mental health centers, substance abuse centers and for psychological evaluation when ordered.

Appear in court for set calendars as needed.

Post all client/case information into system.

Filing, returning client calls daily

Send out ITR’s as needed

Contact treatment agencies as required for case management purposes.

Assist unit in achieving ST and Fee Collection goals identified yearly.

Miscellaneous duties as determined by Unit Manager.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Computer Skills
• Valid Driver’s License
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Good communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Candidate must be bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Candidates should be creative, highly motivated, and able to thrive under pressure
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to function in a fast-paced team environment
• Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field or a high school diploma with over 5 years work experience in a criminal justice setting.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

The employee performs work in a normal office setting within a reasonable environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to perform local and non-local travel.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• DeLand, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person