Sexual Violence Advocate - SERV (4288)

Center for Family Services; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $500

Competitive benefits

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Center for Family Services is hiring a SV Client Advocate in New Jersey. The role covers crisis counseling, case management, and community education, reporting to the Outreach Program Supervisor. A Bachelor’s in social services and mandated NJSERV training are required.

Salary is $25–$27 per hour with a $500 sign-on bonus for new hires. Full-time position with responsibilities across hospitals, law enforcement, and court procedures, plus outreach events and data reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or human services preferred.
• Must complete 60-hour New Jersey State Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate and Domestic Violence Response Team training.
• Experience working with people, especially one-to-one, and sensitivity to sexual violence survivors.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and public speaking are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis-intervention and counseling to individuals and families affected by sexual violence.
• Accompany individuals through procedures at hospitals, police, prosecutors, and court.
• Present educational programs in schools, community and church groups; assist outreach and events.
• Provide case management and referrals for survivors and safety planning.
• Coordinate and facilitate support groups for survivors of sexual violence.
• Respond to 24-hour hotline and provide case-related medical and legal information.
• Maintain case files per state and agency guidelines.
• Complete monthly and quarterly statistics and grant-required reports.
• Participate in community collaboration meetings and SERV and NJCASA activities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice or Human Services

60-hour NJSERV training

Verbal & written communication, public speaking

Job description

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.

Position Summary:

The SV Client Advocate is responsible for individual services, including case management, advocacy, and crisis-counseling as well as presenting educational programs to the community. The SV Client Advocate reports directly to the Outreach Program Supervisor.

Job Type/Status:

Full Time

Salary:

$25 to $27 per hour

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide crisis-intervention and counseling to individuals and family members and significant others affected by sexual violence.
• Accompany individuals through procedures at area hospitals, police departments, prosecutor’s office and court. Individuals with case-related medical and legal information.
• Present educational programs in schools, community and church groups, and other professional organizations. Assist with additional outreach efforts and attend scheduled events.
• Provide case management assisting with resources, provide appropriate referrals for survivors and safety planning.
• Coordinate and facilitate support group services for survivors of sexual violence.
• 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.
• Maintain individual case files, following state and agency guidelines.
• 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 pertinent to the operations of the program.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice or Human Services is preferred. Work experience may substitute for education on a year-to-year basis.
• Must successfully complete 60-hour New Jersey State Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate and Domestic Violence Response Team training provided by Services Empowering Rights of Victims (SERV).
• Must have experience working with people, especially on a one-to-one basis, and demonstrated sensitivity toward the needs of individuals affected by sexual violence.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and public speaking is required.

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

a leader in the non-profit sector and named as a top workplace in the region since 2010. As part of our team, you will be recognized as our most valuable resource. Our staff balance best practices with personalized care. Together our team makes a positive difference in the lives of people in need. If you're interested in a rewarding career, Center For Family Services is a great place to grow as a professional. For more information about our top workplace, please visit Center For Family Services website at www.centerffs.org.

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.