Victim Advocate- Vicenza

Patriot-Enterprises-LL; Vicenza; In loco; EUR 46.000 - 68.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Patriot-Enterprises-LL recruits a Victim Advocate to serve Army Family Advocacy Program clients, focusing on empathetic support and safety planning for victims of domestic abuse. You will coordinate with military and civilian partners to ensure access to resources and services.

The role emphasizes risk assessment, education, and trauma-informed advocacy to protect the welfare of families and dependents in complex environments.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field from an accredited school.
• Minimum two years' experience assisting domestic abuse victims.
• Experience with military or civilian social service agencies serving military families.

Mansioni

• Assess risk and develop safety/intervention plans for victims.
• Intervene in crisis situations with careful judgement and problem solving.
• Educate and brief civilians, Soldiers, and Commanders on resources.
• Collaborate with Army Community Services and other professionals.
• Provide compassionate advocacy respecting diverse backgrounds.

Conoscenze

Empathy

Effective communication

Crisis intervention

Cultural sensitivity

Time management

MS Office

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

National Advocate Credentialing Program eligibility

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Victim Advocates provide services to prevent domestic abuse and sexual assault through advocacy, education, training, and awareness programs educating Soldiers, Family members, and Army civilians under the Army Family Advocacy Program (FAP).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Communicate understanding, sensitivity, and empathy for victims and non-abusing parent/guardian when handling victim cases.
• Effectively communicate with victims, develop trusting helping relationships.
• Work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Intervene in crisis situations exercising careful judgement, applying flexibility and innovative problem solving, and taking appropriate precautions to protect the welfare of those to whom they provide services under the guiding principle of "do no harm."
• Work independently to assess risk, develop, implement, and evaluate safety and intervention plans to meet victim needs.
• Operate within guidelines of the U.S. Army's Family Advocacy Program, Domestic Abuse Victim Advocate Program.
• Conduct briefings to small and large groups of civilians, Soldiers, and Commanders.
• Work cooperatively with Army Community Services and Family Advocacy Program staff, military, and civilian medical, social service, law enforcement, and legal personnel on behalf of victims.
• Educate installation personnel on the most effective responses and resources for domestic abuse on behalf of victims and at-risk family members.

Required Education/Experience

• Must have a 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, criminal justice.
• Must have a minimum of two years' experience providing comprehensive assistance and support to victims of domestic abuse.
• Must have a minimum of two years' experience in working with a military or civilian social service agency serving military families.
• VAs will be certified by the National Advocate Credentialing Program at the time of hire or within one year of hire.
• Thorough knowledge of Family violence dynamics, trauma informed advocacy services, environmental stressors, safety planning, risk assessments, local community resources, and federal and state laws pertaining to domestic abuse, Family law and the Victim Rights Bill

Minimum Required Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of military personnel automation systems and PC and possess good analytical skills, time management, and be an independent thinker.
• Prior military experience or experience with military programs.
• Must be familiar with U.S. Army rank structure and military culture.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with others, both in person and/or by telephone to conduct business.
• Travel will be required as needed.
• Experience with Microsoft Suite programs.
• You must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate fluently in English.
• Must have strong listening skills and strong organizational skills.
• Must possess a current and valid driver's license.