Trauma-Informed Domestic Abuse Programs Director

Alpert-Jewish-Family-Service; West Palm Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working environment

Medical

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Paid holidays

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

403b Retirement

EAP

Job summary

Alpert JFS in Palm Beach County, FL seeks a Domestic Abuse Program Director to develop, coordinate, and deliver trauma-informed services for survivors. This role leads program development, community outreach, prevention education, and partnerships to strengthen the Jewish community’s response.

Candidates need a Master’s in social work or related field and 3–5 years of experience with survivors, with strong clinical assessment, crisis intervention, and excellent communication; ability to manage

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or related mental health field required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience working with survivors of domestic abuse or in a related field.
• Strong clinical assessment, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed care skills.
• Strong knowledge of Jewish traditions, culture, and experience working within the Jewish community.
• Program management, community outreach, and partnership development experience.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and public speaking abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound judgment.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for individuals seeking domestic abuse support, including crisis response and intake.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments, safety planning, and risk assessments.
• Provide trauma-informed case management, emotional support, and coordinate access to counseling, financial assistance, employment services, and other wraparound supports internally and with external community partners.
• Maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records and ensure compliance with best practice standards.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate domestic abuse programming, including support groups and prevention initiatives.
• Lead and coordinate teen-led prevention programs and manage training and expansion opportunities.
• Track program outcomes and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Design and deliver domestic abuse awareness, prevention, and empowerment education to community audiences.
• Represent the agency at community events, coalitions, and domestic abuse initiatives.
• Build and maintain partnerships with domestic abuse organizations and community providers.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Crisis intervention

Trauma-informed care

Public speaking

Communication

Program management

Community outreach

Team leadership

Education

Master's degree in social work / counseling or related field

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

MS Office

Job description

Alpert JFS in Palm Beach County, FL seeks a Domestic Abuse Program Director to develop, coordinate, and deliver trauma-informed services for survivors. This role leads program development, community outreach, prevention education, and partnerships to strengthen the Jewish community’s response.

Candidates need a Master’s in social work or related field and 3–5 years of experience with survivors, with strong clinical assessment, crisis intervention, and excellent communication; ability to manage