Domestic Violence Child Welfare Advocate - Harbor House of Central Florida

Full-Time Position

Harbor House of Central Florida is looking for a passionate and experienced individual to step into a crucial role as a Domestic Violence Child Welfare Advocate. This is a unique opportunity to serve as a consultant for child welfare staff and community partners, working to enhance the safety of survivors and their children while holding batterers accountable in domestic violence cases. You will be co-located with a Department of Children and Families (DCF) Child Protective Investigations (CPI) Unit, overseeing Orange County child welfare cases.

Why This Role is Exciting:

• Make a Tangible Impact: You will play a key role in shaping outcomes for survivors and their children, ensuring their safety while influencing systemic change in how domestic violence cases are handled.
• Collaborate with Experts: Work alongside DCF professionals, law enforcement, and other community partners in a collaborative environment that values your expertise and insights.
• Be a Change-Maker: This is not just a job-it's a mission. As a Domestic Violence Advocate, your work will directly contribute to breaking the cycle of violence and providing a voice for those who need it most.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a consultant and advocate, enhancing the safety of survivors and children in domestic violence situations.
• Collaborate with DCF's Child Protective Investigations Unit to manage and support child welfare cases involving domestic violence.
• Provide immediate crisis intervention and case management services to clients, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Communicate effectively with various stakeholders, including public speaking and facilitating training related to domestic violence and child welfare.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of programs and practices through training and the application of best practices.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of an undergraduate degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field. Professional experience may be substituted for formal education at the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer.
• In-depth knowledge of intimate partner violence, child protective investigations, and the dependency court process.
• Strong case management skills, with the ability to respond effectively in crisis situations.
• Proficient in public speaking, with the confidence to facilitate training and engage with community partners.
• Intermediate computer skills are required.
• Must attend a 3-day training to become CORE certified before working with survivors.

Experience:

• Minimum of two years of service management experience, preferably in a domestic violence program, law enforcement, or a related victim advocate program.
• Training in the Safe & Together model for child welfare cases is preferred.

Why Harbor House?

• Life-Changing Work: Join a team that saves lives every day and makes a lasting difference in the community.
• Professional Growth: Enjoy a dynamic and rewarding workplace environment with excellent benefits and opportunities for professional development.
• Be Part of the Solution: Use your expertise to drive positive change and support survivors in their journey to safety and recovery.

Join us in making a difference. Apply today.

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