Sexual Violence Advocate (Woodbury, NJ)

[Deidre Arabadjis]

Position Summary:

The Sexual Violence (SV) Client Advocate is responsible for individual services, including case management, advocacy, and crisis-counseling as well as presenting educational programs to the community. The SV Client Advocate reports directly to the Outreach Program Supervisor.

Location: Gloucester County

Job Type/Status: Full Time

Job Qualifications

• The SV Client Advocate must successfully complete 60-hour New Jersey State Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate and Domestic Violence Response Team training provided by Services Empowering Rights of Victims (SERV)
• Advocates have experience working with people, especially on a one-to-one basis, and demonstrated sensitivity toward the needs of individuals affected by sexual violence.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and public speaking is required. 
• A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice or Human Services is preferred. Work experience may substitute for education on a year-to-year basis. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide crisis-intervention and counseling to individuals and family members and significant others affected by sexual violence.
• Accompany individuals through procedures at area hospitals, police departments, prosecutor's office and court.
• Assist Individuals with case-related medical and legal information.
• Present educational programs in schools, community and church groups, and other professional organizations. Assist with additional outreach efforts and attend scheduled events.
• Provide case management assisting with resources, provide appropriate referrals for survivors and safety planning.
• Coordinate and facilitate support group services for survivors of sexual violence.
• Respond to 24-hour hotline, accompany individuals through procedures at area hospitals, police departments, prosecutor's office and court. Provide individuals with case-related medical and legal information.
• Maintain individual case files, following state and agency guidelines.
• Complete monthly and quarterly statistics and reports.
• Participate in community collaboration meetings and the SERV Prevention Coalition and monthly NJCASA meetings.
• Meet the goals/outcome of grant requirements.
• Assist with office procedures pertinent to the operations of the program.
• Bilingual Preferred

Benefits:
At the Center for Family Services our employees are our greatest resource and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.*

• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
• 401k Plan
• Medical insurance plan options
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Prescription Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health & Wellness Activities
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• Opportunity for advancement

About Employment at Center For Family Services Apply and get hired at Center For Family Services, a leader in the non-profit sector and named as a top workplace in the region since 2010. As part of our team, you will be recognized as our most valuable resource. Our staff balance best practices with personalized care. Together our team makes a positive difference in the lives of people in need. If you're interested in a rewarding career, Center For Family Services is a great place to grow as a professional. For more information about our top workplace, please visit Center For Family Services website at www.centerffs.org.

Disclaimer All positions require pre-employment drug screening and criminal record checks. Many positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages. 

CFS is an equal opportunity employer-people of color, people with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ /nonbinary candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Survivors of sexual violence, domestic violence, and human trafficking are strongly encouraged to apply.

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 https://centerffs.e3applicants.com/careers/Sexual-Violence-Advocate--SERV-848-2514

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