CBS High Risk and WIN Advocate

CBS High Risk and WIN Advocate Job Details Job Location YWCA Central Massachusetts - Worcester, MA Position Type Full Time Education Level 2 Year Degree Salary Range $20.58 - $20.58 Hourly Job Shift Day Description As a High Risk Advocate you will act as a liaison with Police Departments; provide services to victims of domestic violence; to include providing crisis intervention, and identifying high risk clients; data collection of the High Risk Response Teams; provide educational activities, and training presentations to the community arenas with a specific focus on high risk prevention; establishing a process of changing the attitudes and beliefs of the community with activities designed to actively promote healthy, non-violent relationships and addressing the factors that condone intimate partner violence with a consistent and systemic approach. A valid driver's license is required. This position will be based out of our Worcester office and the Worcester Police Department. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide crisis intervention services, individual and group advocacy to victims of domestic violence in the community and/or agency Work closely with Victim Advocates and DA's office to foster a seamless web of support Provide assistance and/or referral with restraining orders, assistance with petitions such as elder abuse and child abuse; advocacy for victims at any stage of the criminal justice process; post sentencing services and support. Enter and maintain data outcomes for various funders Assessment of participants' needs and for high risk Assist participants with adapting and developing a safety plan Maintain principles of confidentiality Provide consultation to police departments as needed for High Risk cases Participate in the Worcester High Risk Team meetings Provide outreach services to clients referred from SAFEPLAN and Court Advocates Provide and answer hotline calls as needed Participate in the YWCA's CCRN Maintain written documentation for participant records per policy Collect and maintain required monthly statistics Attend agency meetings and in-service training, as required Participate in agency trainings, meetings, and community education presentations Develop and maintain community resource contacts Adhere to all YWCA Central Massachusetts Domestic Violence Services Policies and Procedures Other tasks as assigned by the Supervisor/Manager/Director Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in related field such as Human Services, Counseling, or Social Services Knowledge of domestic violence and/or family violence and related issues such as substance abuse and mental health, crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, community development, and education Experience working with diverse populations Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with other professionals and team members Ability to maintain professional boundaries and client confidentiality Empathetic, non-judgmental and active listening skills Ability to assess and intervene in crisis situations Excellent written and oral communication skills Organized; innovative Knowledge of community resources Excellent computer skills required

Created: 2024-10-19