Family Advocacy Program (FAP) Victim Advocate

TN Germany; Ansbach; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Family Advocacy Program Victim Advocate to join their team in Ansbach. This full-time position involves providing crucial victim advocacy services and emergency care coordination to support domestic violence prevention. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in social work or related fields and have a minimum of two years of relevant experience. You will be part of a 24/7 response team, making a significant impact in the lives of victims and their families. If you are passionate about advocacy and making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, or counseling required.
• Minimum two years of experience supporting domestic abuse victims.

Aufgaben

• Provide 24/7 victim advocacy services and crisis intervention.
• Conduct training for soldiers and community members.

Kenntnisse

Crisis Intervention

Safety Assessment

Legal Rights Advocacy

Communication Skills

Empathy

Risk Assessment

Documentation Skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work

Victim Advocacy Certification

Tools

Computer Literacy

Jobbeschreibung

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Family Advocacy Program (FAP) Victim Advocate, Ansbach

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Client:

French Consulting

Location:

Ansbach, Germany

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

We are looking for people who want to join our team at Ansbach. Apply now!

Job Title: Family Advocacy Program (FAP) Victim Advocate

Location: USAG Ansbach

Start date: 1 June 2025

Job Type: Full Time

Job Overview

Victim Advocates are needed to perform victim advocacy services and Emergency Placement Care (EPC) coordination in support of domestic violence prevention and education under the Army Family Advocacy Program, including 24/7 victim advocacy response and EPC coordination.

This program operates through Army Community Services (ACS).

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related fields. Victim Advocacy certification preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of two years supporting victims of domestic abuse, including crisis intervention, safety assessment, legal rights, and advocacy services.
• Experience working with military or civilian social service agencies serving military families.
• Knowledge of family violence dynamics, safety planning, risk assessments, and relevant laws.
• Ability to communicate effectively, demonstrate empathy, and work with diverse populations.
• Ability to intervene in crises, develop safety plans, and operate independently within guidelines.
• Ability to conduct briefings and work cooperatively with various agencies.
• Valid motor vehicle license and transportation.
• Computer literacy for documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Act as part of the 24/7 on-call response team, providing victim advocacy services.
• Make contact with victims within 20 minutes when on call.
• Assess risks, provide crisis intervention, develop safety plans, and refer to support services.
• Maintain documentation, reports, and program evaluation tools.
• Maintain resource files, develop informational materials, and update resources annually.
• Conduct training for soldiers, families, and community members.
• Provide EPC placement for families in crisis, 24/7.

Application Process

Visit our website and upload your resume at https://french-consulting.com/careers.

Equal Opportunity Statement

French Consulting is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.