Position: Family Violence Prevention Specialist

Hours Per Week: 40

Status: Non-Exempt

Responsible to: Program Manager

New Beginnings is committed to ending sexual, domestic, and stalking violence through the provision of safe and effective services, including emergency refuge and support; and works toward social change by promoting an effective community response to violence.

Family Violence Prevention Specialist Essential Functions:

Liaison for Division of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF)

• Provide consultation to DCYF in identifying partner abuse in families where allegations of child abuse/neglect have been made
• Meet with DCYF workers to address the safety needs and concerns of victims in every case involving domestic violence
• Team with DCYF workers in meetings with victims and/or their children when safe and in accordance with New Beginnings policies
• Consult with DCYF workers throughout the duration of domestic violence related cases
• Act as a liaison whenever possible for DCYF District Office and New Beginnings
• Provide court advocacy for victims, especially related to DCYF hearings
• Provide weekly updated schedule to DCYF staff
• Maintain clear, accurate and timely records using agency contact logs
• Attend DCYF staff meetings
• Maintain meaningful contact with DCYF supervisors and workers
• Provide advocacy, domestic violence education, conflict resolution, and emotional support to shelter guests and non-resident clients
• Provide hotline coverage as needed according to agency’s monthly schedule
• Offer immediate assistance to victims/survivors on a walk-in and phone-in basis
• Remain knowledgeable of agency guidelines and procedures so independent decisions may be made in daily and in emergency situations
• Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships establishing tact, integrity, and good judgment
• Participate in system data collection in an accurate, complete, and timely manner
• Attend all agency staff meetings
• Keep supervisor current on status of collaborative efforts with DCYF. Actively participate in supervision
• Participate in agency events and fundraising
• Provide other related tasks as requested

Preferred Skills:

• Bachelor degree in related field (preferred)
• Experience working with family violence issues and excellent knowledge of issues of domestic violence
• Effective communication skills and desire to work on the topics of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and elder abuse
• Successfully complete thirty (30) hours of agency training and 6 hours annual continued education
• Clear understanding of 173C and confidentiality laws
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and insurance coverage

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that mut be met to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The employee is required to sit frequently for long periods either at a computer workstation or at meetings. The employee may be required to climb two flights of stairs to access office and meeting space.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work expected of this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evenings as needed
• Nights as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Laconia, NH: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person