Domestic Violence Specialist II-KONA (ATV)

ADP, Inc.; Kealakekua (HI); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Birthday holiday

Volunteer holiday

Paid holidays

Health benefits

401(k)

Résumé du poste

Child & Family Service seeks a Domestic Violence Specialist II for the Kealakekua, Hawaii area. The role involves providing direct services to participants involved in domestic or family violence, supporting high-risk clients and coordinating with community resources.

The position requires a four-year college degree and over two years of DV-related experience, with knowledge of handling sensitive situations and a commitment to cultural sensitivity.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree in a general major with basic knowledge in a related field such as social work, psychology, or counseling.
• Over two years of experience in the domestic violence field or with a related target group.
• Experience with child abuse and neglect and substance abuse.

Responsabilités

• Provide direct services to participants involved in domestic/family violence, working with a high-risk population.
• Support and advocate for participants while coordinating with community resources.

Connaissances

DV knowledge

De-escalation

Group facilitation

Cultural sensitivity

Offender interaction

Formation

Four-Year College Degree

Description du poste

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Domestic Violence Specialist II-KONA (ATV)

Temporary Status Non-Exempt Kealakekua, HI, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1236

Established in 1899, Child & Family Service (CFS) is a community-based organization with a mission of strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children. CFS has been a fierce advocate for children and families in the midst of social injustices and inequalities. Our statewide support, counseling, and therapeutic programs help individuals and families heal from trauma, prevent abuse and neglect, and can break the cycle of generational poverty.

MISSION STATEMENT

Strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children.

OUR VISION

Healthy, thriving individuals and families building strong, multicultural communities across generations.

OUR VALUES

HOPE values:Humility, Ownership,Perseverance,Engagement

We offer an extensive array of benefits for our employee including paid time off, preventative health care paid time off, birthday floating holiday, volunteer floating holiday, 16 Paid Holidays in a Year (17 in an Election Year), Medical/Dental/Vision/RX plans, Opt-out incentive, 401(k), flexible spending plans, & more.

Come join Child & Family Service and help us serve thousands in our communities!

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Domestic Violence (DV) Specialist II is primarily responsible for providing direct services to participants who are involved in domestic/family violence working with a high-risk population due to the criminal nature of domestic violence. This role is 8 hours per week.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• Four-Year College Degree from a school accredited by a recognized accrediting agency - general major. Requires basic knowledge or training in a specialized or technical field or trade, such as social work, psychology, behavioral science, counseling, etc

EXPERIENCE

• Over two years, up to and including four years.
• Other (Specify):
  • Over two years experience in the domestic violence field or with a related target group.
  • Experience with child abuse and neglect, and substance abuse.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Knowledge and experience in the area of building healthy relationships.
• Ability to diffuse potentially hostile clients.
• Basic skills and experience in facilitating groups.
• Awareness of cultural and gender bias/issues.
• Requires contact with offenders and/or an aggressive (high risk) population.

OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• This job requires a valid Hawaii driver's license, a clear driver's abstract, and willingness to travel in personal vehicle on an as-needed basis throughout the island.
• This position is subject to a criminal background investigation, and continued employment is contingent on a record clear of convictions.
• Continued employment in this position is contingent on successful completion of CPI classes OR other Behavioral Management certification as may be contract-mandated.
• Requires contacts both inside and outside the organization in order to furnish or obtain information and/or provide participant services. Normal courtesy, tact and discretion required.

At Child & Family Service, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We apply this to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, transfer, leave of absence and termination.