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Summary: Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter programs offer a comprehensive range of services including counseling, advocacy, intervention, and support to meet the needs of victims and their families.

The Essential Job Functions: The Case Manager provides both practical advocacy services and support to domestic violence survivors and their children in a residential setting. Duties may include some or all of the following:

• Conducting intakes and assessments with potential residents;
• Working with residents to formulate and maintain relevant, meaningful case plans;
• Developing and maintaining case records that document services provided to residents;
• Providing concrete case management and current, effective resources to residents;
• Advocating on behalf of residents with city agencies and other services providers;
• Meeting regularly with residents to ensure the family is on track with case plans;
• Participating in staff meetings, case conferences, and other meetings as needed;
• Facilitate / Co-facilitate support groups as needed;
• Building service partnerships with related community-based organizations;
• Assisting in the daily operations of the work site; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

A Bachelor Degree in human service or a related field and a minimum of two years relevant experience are required. Good oral and written communication and computer skills are necessary. Bilingual Spanish-speaking ability is preferred. Knowledge of and sensitivity to domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, and sexual abuse is required.

Email resumes and cover letter to DVCAREERS@SAFEHORIZON.ORG
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