Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate Coordinator - SERV (1900)

Center for Family Services; Bridgeton (NJ); On-site; USD 28,929 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Excellent PTO

401k Plan

Medical Insurance

Prescription Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health & Wellness Activities

Ongoing Training & Professional Dev.

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Center for Family Services in Bridgeton, NJ seeks a Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate Coordinator to provide advocacy, crisis intervention, case management and survivor support. The role includes community education and outreach, with supervision from the Outreach Supervisor.

The position is full-time with a $25/hour wage and a $500 sign-on bonus. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in psychology or social work; bilingual Spanish abilities are preferred; driving and vehicle insurance are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or a related field is required.
• Work experience may substitute for education on a year‑to‑year basis.
• Bilingual preferred with the ability to read, write and communicate effectively in Spanish.
• Public Speaking is desirable.
• Current driver’s license with a driving record of at least three years.
• Vehicle with current insurance and registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide advocacy, crisis interventions/response, support sessions/psycho‑education to individuals and family members affected by sexual violence.
• Provide case management and referrals for survivors and safety planning.
• Respond to 24‑hour hotline and accompany individuals through procedures at hospitals, police, prosecutor’s office and court.
• Provide individuals with case-related medical and legal information and referrals.
• Maintain individual case files following state and agency guidelines.
• Assist with outreach and volunteer recruitment efforts.
• Assist with certification training for 60‑Hour NJ State Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate and Domestic Violence Response Team.
• Complete monthly and quarterly statistics and reports.
• Participate in community meetings and SERV Prevention Coalition and NJCASA meetings.

Skills

Public Speaking

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field

Job description

Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate Coordinator - SERV (1900)

Sign-On Bonus

Take advantage of our new sign‑on bonus! Center For Family Services is a place where you can be part of a dynamic, top workplace team dedicated to improving lives. When you apply and get hired, you are eligible for a $500 sign‑on bonus.

Location: Bridgeton, NJ

Position Status: Full Time

Salary: $25 per hour

Position Summary:

Center for Family Services is looking for a responsible and organized individual to fill the Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate. The Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate (CSVA) is responsible for providing advocacy, crisis intervention response, individual services, including case management, and support sessions/psycho‑education to victims/survivors of sexual violence. The CSVA is responsible for presenting educational programs to the community at large and assisting the CSVA Coordinator with outreach and volunteer recruitment efforts and training. The CSVA reports directly to the Outreach Supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide advocacy, crisis interventions/response, support sessions/psycho‑education to individuals and family members and significant others affected by sexual violence.
• Provide case management, assisting with resources, appropriate referrals for survivors and safety planning.
• 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 and appropriate referrals.
• Maintain individual case files in the agency database following state and agency guidelines.
• Assist the CSVA Coordinator with outreach and recruitment efforts of volunteers.
• Assist the CSVA Coordinator with the 60‑Hour New Jersey State Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate and Domestic Violence Response Team Certification Training.
• 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 deemed appropriate by the supervisor/management, pertinent to the operations of the program.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or a related field.
• Work experience may substitute for education on a year‑to‑year basis.
• Bilingual preferred with the ability to read, write and communicate effectively in Spanish.
• Public Speaking
• Current driver’s license with a driving record of at least three years.
• Vehicle with current insurance and registration.

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.
• Prescription Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Health & Wellness Activities.
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities.
• Opportunity for advancement.

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.

Disclaimer 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.