Under the direction of the Director of Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Program, the Advocate, will be responsible to providing culturally specific, trauma informed, and survivor centered support to Portuguese-speaking LGBTQ survivors of DV&SA through intakes, assessments, supported referrals, advocacy, support groups, follow-ups, and other necessary services.

Conduct client intakes and assessment.

Provide crisis intervention and support services.

Accompany clients to courts or other important appointments.

Manage caseload in a timely and effective way.

Provide limited translation and interpretation while assisting clients in navigating systems.

Collect and maintain accurate client data to assist in preparation of monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual reports.

Participate in outreach activities to educate and inform Brazilian, Cape Verdean and Portuguese LGBTQ immigrants and their families, about domestic violence and sexual assault, and services available.

Practice personal safety planning while accompanying clients to public venues.

Adhere to regular clinical supervision.

Preferred: Experience working with survivors of domestic violence & sexual assault and to members of the LGBTQ and Portuguese-speaking community; and experience in community outreach desirable, but training will be provided. Bachelor’s degree with at least two years of experience in social services. Trauma informed and survivor centered counseling/ direct client services experience, along with knowledge of the Brazilian, Cape Verdean and Portuguese communities.

Required: Bilingual/Bicultural in Portuguese/ English/Cape Verdean Creole a plus, strong oral and written communications skills, and ability to work in stressful situations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $56,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Language:

• Portuguese & English (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Dorchester, MA 02125: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person