Domestic Violence Advocate (PALS)

Catholic Charities Diocese of TrentonWhiting, NJ

30+ days ago

Salary

$35,568.00 yearly

Job description

JOB SUMMARY :

Responsible for delivering case management / counseling services for clients and families.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Design, implement and monitos individual program plans for clients.
Assess client needs; investigate their eligibility for services.
Counsel and aid individuals and families requiring agency assistance.
Maintain client records and complete required documentation according to agency and accreditation standards. This may include, but is not limited to data entry, progress notes, activity reports, time sheets and logs.
Coordinate client activities.
Assist clients with accessing other services (job training, counseling, housing, medical services,
Network with other providers to generate community resources for participants.
May provide supportive counseling in individual and group settings.
May transport consumers to appointments, etc.

PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITIES :

Conduct PALS program intake and assist in the orientation of clients

Ensure standardized assessments are completed by PALS parents pre and post treatment

Maintain weekly contact with PALS parents

Research and maintain database of current case management resources

Facilitate biweekly case conference meetings with PALS staff

Coordinate client scheduling

Assist Program Coordinator in the day-to-day administrative running of the program

Assist with child care and client transportation, as needed

OTHER DUTIES : As assigned

Position Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, child development, criminal justice or education. Related work experience preferred. 40-hour domestic violence training required.

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS NEEDED : Valid driver’s license required.

MANDATED PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS : Providence House is a 24-hour residential program, as such requires staffing at all times. When accepting a position with this agency it is important to know that the regular shift at the time of hiring is subject to change during the course of your employment, and that at times of staff emergencies or special events you may be required to fill shifts other than (instead of) your regular shift. This may include holidays.

DISCLAIMER CLAUSE : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it.

Exempt / Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Weekly Work Hours 35 hours Proposed Salary $35,568 / year ScheduleMonday - Thursday (Evenings Required)

This position is currently accepting applications.