Trauma-Informed Victim Advocate — Shelter & Support

Smartstartofmeck; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Smartstartofmeck seeks a Shelter Victim Advocate to support residents impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, and child maltreatment. The role involves intake, assessment, case management, crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals, while maintaining an advocacy caseload.

Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor degree or equivalent experience, with preference for experience in victims services and Spanish language skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree or Equivalent Experience required.
• Experience working with victims or in human services preferred.
• Spanish-speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the agency mission by providing hope and healing to those impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, and child maltreatment.
• Maintain an advocacy caseload and provide intake, assessment, case management, crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals as needed.
• Coordinate client care with community partners and document all case information accurately and timely.
• Develop psycho-educational and supportive groups to respond to residents' identified needs.
• Maintain confidential records in agency databases and participate in quality assurance processes.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor Degree or Equivalent Experience

Job description

Smartstartofmeck seeks a Shelter Victim Advocate to support residents impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, and child maltreatment. The role involves intake, assessment, case management, crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals, while maintaining an advocacy caseload.

Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor degree or equivalent experience, with preference for experience in victims services and Spanish language skills.