Job Description Catholic Charities is an organization that values helping others at any stage in their life, regardless of race, creed, or lifestyle. We place a special emphasis on helping those who are economically poor and the vulnerable. Catholic Charities is made up of multiple geographic and service-specific agencies. We are privileged to make a difference and love what we do. We are currently hiring a Domestic Violence Victims Advocate (DV Victims Advocate) to work in our Herkimer location. As the Domestic Violence Victims Advocate (DV Victims Advocate) you would be responsible for: + Crisis and supportive services to DV clients in person or though 24-hour hotline. Complete assessment of needed supports and services, available resources and a plan for meeting client’s needs. + Provide advocacy for victims applying for other services in order to live violence and abuse free. + Attend professional trainings and conferences to maintain and develop current knowledge of all aspects of the issue of domestic violence. + Provide or arrange for transportation as necessary. Client advocacy and accompaniment through court, social services, medical and housing systems, and others where appropriate. + Maintain accurate and complete case notes. Provision of children services, including: counseling, recreational activities and childcare as appropriate. Shared coverage of 24-hour hotline. Facilitation of support group as required. + Other duties as assigned. Domestic Violence Victims Advocate (DV Victims Advocate) Minimum Salary: $17.50 / Hour Domestic Violence Victims Advocate (DV Victims Advocate) Maximum Salary: $18.70 / Hour Domestic Violence Victims Advocate (DV Victims Advocate) Schedule: Full time 35 hours per week; Monday - Friday with occasional weekends and evenings. Qualifications: + Bachelor’s Degree Preferred, in Human Service Field; will consider those that have a special interest in working with population served. + Experience with trauma informed, survivor-centered service provisions. + Experience and knowledge of domestic violence protocols. Benefits: + Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance + Retirement planning options + Employee Assistance Program + Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day) + Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.) Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Requirements