Domestic Violence Advocate - Bilingual - Residential Services
Domestic Violence Advocate - Bilingual - Residential Services
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07-08-2025
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Who We Are and Who Were Looking For: If you are looking to join a supportive team driven to impact the lives of others look no further. SafeHouse Denver has been around for 47 years and we are on a mission to improve the lives of domestic violence survivors. We are committed to providing survivors with a safe space where they are believed supported and trusted. We guide community awareness of domestic violence through education partnerships and inclusion. We are currently looking for a Domestic Violence Advocate with crisis intervention skills to support our work as we prepare to serve more survivors in greater ways. Bilingual in Spanish required.
SafeHouse Denver promotes a culture of excellence. We prioritize and practice seven core values:Trust We foster a culture of trust by being reliable honest consistent direct and transparent. Dedication We are intentional passionate and driven. We commit to making a meaningful impact. Compassion We listen seek to understand and help. We embody kindness patience empathy and see the value of each individual. Collaboration We encourage cooperate support and share. We also welcome humor and fun. Innovation We are bold brave and fearless. We value curiosity and continuous learning. Leadership We operate with integrity transparency and ethics. We are solutions-oriented optimistic accessible and critical thinkers. Inclusion We embrace and respect diverse perspectives and experiences; we believe in a welcome and equitable environment.
What Youll Be Doing:
Respond to callers who access SafeHouse Denvers 24-hour Crisis & Information Line
Qualifications We Are Looking For:
Required: Preferred:Bachelors degree in social work or related field Masters degree in social work or related field
Bilingual required Three years of experience in human services or related field Excellent written and oral communication skills; superior time management and organizational skills 2 years of crisis intervention case management and advocacy experience Attentive responsive and proactive; ability to pivot as necessary to meet the needs of survivors in a diverse ever-changing residential setting Detail oriented with strong technical aptitude; advanced proficiency in utilizing MS Office Passion for the SafeHouse Denver mission Knowledge of domestic violence trauma-informed services and empowerment models Outstanding interpersonal skills
What We Offer:
What Are You Waiting For
SafeHouse Denver promotes a culture of excellence. We prioritize and practice seven core values:
What Youll Be Doing:
Respond to callers who access SafeHouse Denvers 24-hour Crisis & Information Line
- Provides emotional support crisis intervention and de-escalation
- Provides information and education on domestic abuse trauma response and coping skills
- Supports callers in assessing immediate needs identifying culturally appropriate resources and referrals and supports callers in developing a plan of action
- Provides safety planning by supporting callers in assessing danger/risks identifying culturally appropriate resources and referrals and supporting callers in implementing their safety plan
- Screens callers for emergency residential services
- Orientates new residents to the emergency residential facility/program
- Provides appraisal of the residents presenting problem
- Assess immediate needs identify culturally appropriate resources and referrals and support residents in developing a plan of action
- Provides safety planning by supporting residents in assessing danger/risks identifying culturally appropriate resources and referrals and supporting residents in implementing their safety plan
- Provides emotional support de-escalation and crisis intervention during the intake process
- Provides emotional support crisis intervention and de-escalation to residents as needed or requested
- Supports residents in developing short-term goals plans to address immediate concerns
- Provides information and education about domestic abuse trauma response and coping skills
- Provides safety planning by supporting residents in assessing danger/risks identifying culturally appropriate resources and referrals and supports residents in implementing their safety plan
- Communicates with Primary Advocates to ensure quality services to residents
- Provides case management services for emergency residential facility clients
- Conducts an initial meeting with new resident to assist residents in identifying needs and goals
- Links residents to culturally appropriate resources and referrals to meet immediate/ongoing needs and goals
- Meets as needed to provide ongoing support and encouragement
- Advocates on behalf of residents with outside agencies and within the program to support residents in meeting needs and goals
- Support residents with transitions from the emergency residential facility by conducting exit interviews
- Facilitates educational/support groups
- Facilitates childrens activities/support groups
- Plan and facilitate a weekly evening educational/support group for adult residents or children on a rotational basis
- Supports a safe and secure residential environment
- Supports a safe and respectful community living environment by providing emotional support de-escalation conflict management problem solving and crisis intervention
- Conducts regular safety checks and safety searches as needed
- Supports participation in the emergency residential facility by providing residents with clear explanations of the program and clarifying expectations of residents
- Supports residents in meeting their day-to-day needs by supplying personal items supplies and food
- Help ensure the emergency shelter is a clean and tidy facility
- Responsible for appropriate charting and all other necessary documentation
- Works diligently to achieve individual team and agency goals and objectives
- Participates and respects all staff to facilitate coordinated services both within the Residential facility and across all agency programs
- Utilizes ethical and professional methods of communication to resolve problems or conflicts with team members
- Attends weekly case management/staff meetings monthly all-agency meetings and program meetings
- Actively participates in program development
- Participates in agency and community educational opportunities to maintain and improve skills
- Represents SafeHouse Denver and promotes the organizations services in a positive and professional manner
- Networks with other service providers and community agencies to assist survivors and the organization
- Work schedule includes one weekend day to support weekend dual coverage
- On-call service is required each month
- Responds to phone calls during on-call periods within 15 minutes of the first contact by a team member
- Effectively supports and collaborates with onsite staff to address questions and clarify or resolve issues as needed
- All other duties as assigned
Qualifications We Are Looking For:
Required: Preferred:
What We Offer:
- $24 - $27 hourly rate negotiable based on experience full-time position non-exempt with performance evaluation and opportunity for merit-based increase after one full year of employment
- 40 hours per week with schedule flexibility required and on-call rotation
- Fantastic benefits package including plenty of paid time off for rest and vacations and employee health insurance coverage paid 90% or more by employer
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive work environment and opportunities for fun
- Work with committed individuals who want to impact change
- A chance to be part of a movement that will help more survivors
What Are You Waiting For
- To apply please send your resume cover letter and personal mission statement to Jameson Kapinos at emailprotected. Please indicate DVA-Residential Services in the subject line of your email. SafeHouse Denver is committed to creating a diverse inclusive and equitable workplace. SafeHouse Denver is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes individuals of all backgrounds experiences and abilities to apply.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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Full-Time
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