Hospital Advocacy Specialist — Bridge Program

Nonprofit Connect; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Rose Brooks Center seeks a Domestic Violence Advocate – Hospital Advocacy (Bridge Coordinator) to provide direct advocacy and safety planning for victims in hospital and clinical settings. You will coordinate with hospitals and service areas to create a supportive environment for reaching victims of domestic violence.

The role includes promoting the Bridge Program through trainings, marketing, and public speaking, contributing to policy development, and leading task forces while coordinating

Qualifications

• One year or more experience in a hospital/healthcare environment serving diverse client groups, including at-risk populations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks while remaining flexible to changing needs.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, database systems, and other software.
• Must provide proof of immunizations or obtain blood test to verify immunization; must receive annual flu vaccine.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct advocacy and safety planning to domestic violence victims in clinical and hospital settings.
• Coordinate with hospitals and service areas to support reaching victims.
• Promote the Bridge Program through training, marketing and public speaking.
• Contribute to hospital and clinic policy development and provide task force leadership.
• Coordinate service delivery and assist with after-hours advocacy and training.
• Attend scheduled staff, team, and supervision meetings and required trainings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Problem solving

Flexibility

Self-care awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

Rose Brooks Center seeks a Domestic Violence Advocate – Hospital Advocacy (Bridge Coordinator) to provide direct advocacy and safety planning for victims in hospital and clinical settings. You will coordinate with hospitals and service areas to create a supportive environment for reaching victims of domestic violence.

The role includes promoting the Bridge Program through trainings, marketing, and public speaking, contributing to policy development, and leading task forces while coordinating