Family Advocacy Program (FAP) Victim Advocate

French Consulting; Grafenwöhr, Vilseck; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to supporting victims of domestic violence as a Family Advocacy Program Victim Advocate. This full-time position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact by providing critical advocacy services and coordinating emergency care for families in crisis. You will engage in training, develop educational materials, and maintain vital resources for victims, all while working collaboratively with military and civilian personnel. If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the necessary skills and experience, this role is perfect for you to contribute to a meaningful cause in a supportive environment.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field required.
• Minimum two years of experience in victim advocacy or crisis intervention.

Aufgaben

• Provide 24/7 victim advocacy services and crisis intervention.
• Assist victims with safety planning and referrals to support services.

Kenntnisse

Crisis Intervention

Victim Advocacy

Safety Planning

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Family Violence Dynamics

Training and Development

Computer Literacy

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Related Field

Tools

Client Tracking System

Jobbeschreibung

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JOB OPENING

• Title: Family Advocacy Program (FAP) Victim Advocate
• Location: USAG Grafenwoehr/Vilseck
• Start date: February 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 the prevention and education of domestic violence and juvenile problematic sexual behavior 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 from an accredited school in social work, psychology, marriage, family, and child counseling, counseling or behavioral science, education, community health or public health
• Victim Advocacy certification preferred
• Experience: Minimum of two years experience providing comprehensive assistance and support to victims of domestic abuse, including crisis intervention, assessing the situation for imminent danger, safety assessment and planning, assistance in securing medical treatment for injuries, and information on legal rights and proceedings.
• Minimum of one year of experience in working with a military Family Support Center or civilian social service agency serving military Families.
• Working knowledge of family violence dynamics, environmental stressors, safety planning, risk assessments, local community resources, and federal and state laws pertaining to domestic abuse.
• Demonstrate understanding, sensitivity, and empathy for victims, and possess the ability to effectively communicate with victims.
• Ability to intervene in crisis situations with careful judgment and flexibility.
• Ability to conduct briefings to small and large groups.
• Ability to work cooperatively with military and civilian personnel on behalf of victims.
• Possess a valid, unrestricted motor vehicle license and have transportation.
• Contractor shall be physically and mentally able to perform all contractual duties.
• Contractor employees shall be computer literate and possess basic computer skills.
• Working knowledge of military protocol preferred.

Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

DOMESTIC ABUSE ADVOCACY AND PREVENTION TASKS

• Act as part of the 24/7 on-call rotational response capability to provide VA services.
• Assist victims of domestic abuse with crisis intervention, safety planning, and provide information and referrals to support services.

Statistical Documentation

• Revise existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as required.
• Submit monthly status reports and maintain accurate data.
• Develop performance outcome measures and program evaluation tools.

Materials & Resources

• Maintain an updated file of resources for victims of domestic abuse.
• Make annual recommendations on educational materials for victims.
• Develop information packets in English and Spanish.
• Disseminate government-provided information on domestic abuse and EPC.

Training and Training Support

• Conduct training/classes for various audiences.
• Customize training materials as necessary.
• Record all provided training in the Client Tracking System.

Client Surveys; Domestic Abuse Prevention and Training

• Provide a client survey to each victim and prepare a quarterly satisfaction analysis report.

Emergency Placement Care (EPC) Placement Tasks

• Provide EPC placement for families in crisis upon request.

APPLICATION PROCESS
For more information, go to our website. Upload your resume directly at https://french-consulting.com/careers.

French Consulting is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.