Victim Advocate

Tu Casa, Inc.

Victim Advocate

Organizational Information

Tu Casa, Inc. is a 501 ( c ) (3) nonprofit organization providing comprehensive services to victims and children of domestic violence and sexual assault since 1979.

Job Description

• Provide advocacy and crisis intervention services to domestic violence and sexual assault victims and their families to include short-term crisis counseling (in person and on the telephone), community referrals, court advocacy and assistance with protection orders, client transportation, and advocating for clients with other agencies

Reports to: Tu Casa Program Director

Key Advocacy Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention, referral, and networking and collaborating services to and for victims and their children
• Provide clients with court, hospital, and law enforcement accompaniment as requested
• Maintain client files and data necessary for statistical collection
• Assist in meeting grant deliverables and reporting
• Assist in maintenance and cleaning of Tu Casa, Inc. vehicles
• Assist in stocking of client supplies and educational materials
• Participate in all fundraising activities and assist in coordination of fundraising events
• Work as a part-time Co-Located Advocate in ensuring coverage of entire SLV (Spending two days a month in other counties)
• Communicate with other Victim Advocates to ensure clients are receiving regular, appropriate assistance
• Attend all staff meetings, in-service trainings, and job related trainings
• Network/collaborate with other agencies, e.g. department of social services, APT/CPT, La Puente, etc.
• Assist with the provision of training for law enforcement, district attorneys, judges, and community members
• Maintain all aspects of confidentiality
• Perform other duties as defined and requested by the Executive Director

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or Sociology or in a related field or 3 years of experience in a related field
• Understanding of issues and dynamics of domestic violence and sexual assault
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and knowledge of issues involved in working with diverse populations and organizations
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while also working as a member of a team
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with other professionals, agencies, schools, and the public
• Organized, detail oriented, and flexible. Able to identify and respond to shifting priorities
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects
• Excellent organizational, communication (verbal and written), and problem solving skills
• Proficient computer skills
• Possess a valid Colorado driver’s license and automobile insurance
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs.
• Flexible hours, e.g. some evenings and weekends for outreach
• Spanish speaking preferred but not required

Requirements

• Attend 15 hours of domestic violence and 30 hours of sexual assault training and receiving ongoing annual training
• Attend Crime Victim Rights and Compensation Training annually
• Travel throughout San Luis Valley and surrounding communities

To apply: Please send a cover letter & resume to megan@slvtucasa.net

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.21 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• serving vulnerable populations: 3 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17