The Domestic Violence Case Manager provides one-to-one support and services to Muslim victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault through assessment, needs identification/clarification, information and abuse/assault education, and assisting the client in establishing goals; provides spiritually and ethnically sensitive advocacy to the Muslim client; if linguistic barriers exist garners the support of an appropriate interpreter; accompanies client to court and Muslim community meetings as appropriate; serves on the Healthy Families Initiative Assessment Team; collaborates with the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence in mutual advocacy efforts; may facilitate and assist with victim support groups.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor Degree in Social Work, Education, Human Services or related field with 1 year of successful experience in equivocal position, OR 2-year degree and 3 years successful experience in equivocal position, OR 5 years of successful experience in equivocal position. Will consider other combinations of education/experience if relevant to position.
• Knowledge of Islamic practices, teachings and etiquette required.
• Experience working with Muslim clients preferred.
• Proficiency in Arabic and/or Urdu verbal communications preferred.
  • Working knowledge and sensitivity to issues surrounding domestic violence and sexual assault required.
  • Knowledge and understanding of cultural, social and religious factors inherent in providing services to Muslim clients from diverse populations preferred.
  • Knowledge of community resources and skilled in resource utilization preferred.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Must maintain own professional liability insurance.
  • Must possess current and valid drivers\\\' license.
    • Must have access to an insured automobile to be used during the course of employment.
    • Criminal and Motor Vehicle background checks will be conducted.

Cover letter, resume and 3 professional references required.

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