DOMESTIC VIOLENCE MENTAL HEALTH ADVOCATE

JOB DESCRIPTION : Domestic Violence Mental Health Advocates are responsible for engaging individuals impacted by domestic violence and provide case management services to individuals and families.

Main Duties & Responsibilites

• Provide Mobile Response services to victim within 24 hours
• Schedule and Conduct regular appointments with clients
• Able to case management services to link and refer client to supportive services
• Establish positive and trusting relationships with clients
• Provide advocacy and guidance to appropriately address client needs
• Continually assess client situations and provide the proper ongoing services
• Educate and involve family members or other loved ones when necessary
• Collaborate with outside agencies, as necessary, to ensure continuity of care
• Record and maintain adequate documentation (progress notes, action plans, etc.)
• Maintain neat and organized client files and workspace
• When required, refer clients to outside sources or agencies that can better address their specific needs
• Maintain the strictest confidentiality of each client
• Participate in mental health related trainings and attend community meetings as needed
• Maintain a positive rapport with community stakeholders and residents
• Participate in weekly supervision and staff meetings
• Assist with outreach efforts

Job Requirements

Education : Associate degree

EXPERIENCE : 1 Year

MANAGES OTHERS : N

Other Requirements

Other Skills

Skills Required

Advocacy, Documentation, Case Management