Job Summary: The Health Equity Zone (HEZ) project coordinator will facilitate the assessment, planning, and implementation of the Blackstone Valley HEZ Initiative, a place-based approach to improving health outcomes in high need neighborhoods. The first year of the HEZ Initiative will involve organizing professionals and residents into active working groups to guide a 6-month assets and needs assessment, followed by a community-driven planning process. In the following years, the HEZ Coordinator will facilitate Health Equity Plan implementation and evaluation.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the Health Equity Zone (HEZ) initiative in Cumberland, Lincoln, and North Smithfield
• Lead strategic growth and deepen impact of Health Equity Zone initiatives by developing strategic action goals in collaboration with stakeholders
• Spearhead relationship building and cultivate meaningful collaborations with community leaders, local politicians, and community-based organizations
• Mobilize community members and collaborators to fulfill community-building goals
• Represent the HEZ and BVAC at local events, community gatherings, workshops, trainings and to community leaders, local politicians, and community-based organizations
• Supervise the HEZ Community Organizing Core
• Represent the HEZ and BVAC with local and state government officials, in the media, and with private organizations
• Facilitate community-organizing initiatives, including curriculum and program development
• Coordinate, collaborate, and strategize in tandem with BVAC’s Director of Community Services, community organizer, the Health Equity Collaborative and the Community Organizing Core
• Develop program logic model and work plan
• Generate new program ideas and work with teams to implement and carry out programming related to community building and health equity
• Monitor and evaluate HEZ programs, practices, and initiatives to ensure quality and effectiveness; make recommendations for improvement
• Act as a resource for staff, collaborators, and community members by providing technical support within areas of responsibility and expertise

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Excellent community organizing skills; demonstrated success in organizing, strategizing, and following through on organizing campaigns
• Bring inspirational presence, reliable leadership, and enthusiasm for BVAC’s mission and vision to community meetings, task forces, and other strategic sites
• Excellent individual and group communication skills (written and verbal); finesse in applying these skills across a range of relationships and environments
• Strong program planning skills; strong interest in evaluation skills
• Ability to handle a variety of projects and assignments at once with attention to detail
• Excellent time management, project management, and delegation skills
• Ability to effectively build relationships with a wide variety of constituents including youth, parents, health and human services professionals, teachers and school leaders
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member
• Ability to apply creative and critical thinking to improve existing programming

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to community planning, public health, or social justice and three years of significant, related community organizing experience OR five or more years of significant, related community-organizing experience.
• Understanding and analysis of systemic nature of oppression, particularly the intersection of gender, race, sexuality, and class; this position requires a commitment to and passion for social justice
• Comfort working with diverse populations
• Knowledge of community development models and experience supporting leadership development of community members
• Interest in being part of a learning environment and in supervising interns
• Desire for and comfort with community taking the lead; the candidate must be able to motivate community members and support community self-determination while also creating and enforcing systems of accountability
• Flexibility and willingness to grow in response to community needs or changes in the field
• Ability to work as part of a diverse team inclusive of various experiences of race, sexuality, gender, ability, or age
• Excellent ability to plan and organize a demanding workload
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office programs, and proficiency in utilizing the internet including social media
• Knowledge of and experience working in the Blackstone Valley area a plus 
• Understanding of how to create and carry out work plans; experience developing logic models a plus

To apply: please send resume to jobs@bvadvocacycenter.org.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed; the Principal Duties and Responsibilities are a representative, but not an exhaustive list of duties performed.

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate against a volunteer, an employee, or applicant for employment of conditions or opportunities for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age or country of ancestral origin.

Position: Full time, second shift (4 p.m. – 12 a.m.), Monday-Friday, rotating holidays

Job summary: Under the general supervision of the Director of Community Services and according to established policies and procedures, has primary responsibility of answering the Victims of Crime Helpline via telephone and internet.

Compensation: $17.50 per hour

Principal duties and responsibilities: Receives and responds to the Victims of Crime Helpline from victims in crisis, police and medical personnel, and others. Gives information on services provided and makes referrals as necessary.

• Maintains comprehensive log of all incoming calls to Victims of Crime Helpline.
• Performs all tasks necessary to the efficient operation of the Victims of Crime Helpline.
• Represent agency at various local housing providers meetings as needed.
• Additional duties necessary for the efficient operation of the agency may be assigned.

Skills and abilities required:

• A high level of interpersonal skills to provide support and assistance to clients.
• Verbal communication skills to represent agency.
• Commitment and sensitivity to issues related to the needs of families in crisis, particularly those affected by domestic violence.
• The ability to appropriately and effectively deal with stressful situations.
• A valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.

Working conditions: Work environment is often noisy, with more than average exposure to communicable disease (colds, flu, virus etc.).

Minimum education and experience:A combination of education and experience demonstrating acquisition of the above listed required skills and abilities and an associates degree with experience.

Bilingual ability in English/Spanish preferred.

To apply: Please send resume to jobs@bvadvocacycenter.org. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed; the Principal Duties and Responsibilities are a representative, but not an exhaustive list of duties performed.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Position type: Full time with benefits package available.

Job summary: Responsible to implement the Law Enforcement Advocate Program in collaboration with the Central Falls, Cumberland, Lincoln and Pawtucket police departments.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide information and assistance to police officers working with victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.
• Meet with victims either on the scene (with police accompaniment), at the police department or at the hospital, following the incident or within a few days as a follow up. Refer victim to additional services as necessary.
• Generate reports and statistics.
• Assist with training programs for police officers, community members and other agencies on sexual assault and domestic violence issues.
• Represents agency at community-based meetings, roundtables, conferences and sexual assault/domestic violence police in-service trainings as needed.
• Attends and participates in conferences and in-service trainings as needed.
• Provide hospital and court accompaniment to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.

Skills and Abilities Required 

• A high level of interpersonal skills to provide assistance to victims and to deal effectively with all segments of the community.
• Organizational and analytical abilities to deal with difficult human and administrative problems.
• An understanding of issues related to sexual assault, sexual abuse and domestic violence.
• Ability to deal effectively in stressful situations and to handle crisis as they arise.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Bilingual Spanish required.

TO APPLY: Please send resume tojobs@bvadvocacycenter.org.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed; the Principal Duties and Responsibilities are a representative, but not an exhaustive list of duties performed.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Weekend/On Call Shelter Advocate

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is a non-profit organization providing comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Job Summary:

This is a part-time position in 8-hour shifts covering weekends and holidays. The Shelter Advocate provides supervision of the Safe Home Campus and coverage of the 24-hour Victims of Crime Helpline to assure continuous operations and support for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts activities to admit families to the residential programs;
• Records vital information, explains house practices, distributes linens and needed items, and orients new guests;
• Responds to requests for food items, hygiene needs, etc. according to established policy and procedures;
• Assures that the Safe Home Campus is physically secure by conducting periodic checks throughout entire shift and log information as needed;
• Must be alert and responsive to emergencies following established procedures;
• Maintains log of activities such as calls received, residents admitted, activities and needs;
• Communicates pertinent information to other staff;
• Provides crisis intervention and support to families, including handling problems that can be resolved on shift;
• Receives and responds to all calls to the Victims of Crime Helpline from victims in crisis, police, medical personnel, and others; and
• Gives information on services requested and makes referrals as necessary.

Skills and Abilities Required:

• A high level of interpersonal skills to provide support and assistance to clients;
• Commitment and sensitivity to issues related to the needs of families, particularly those affected by domestic violence and sexual assault;
• The ability to appropriately and effectively deal with crisis level situations;
• The physical ability to lift heavy items;
• A level of knowledge equivalent to that which is acquired by a minimum of an Associate’s Degree, two years of experience in direct service care, knowledge of trauma informed services, and the housing first model; and
• Bilingual ability in English/Spanish a plus.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. The Principal Duties and Responsibilities are a representative, but not exhaustive, list of duties performed.

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate against a volunteer, an employee, or applicant for employment of conditions or opportunities for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age or country of ancestral origin.

Job Type: Part-time, On Call, Weekends, and Holidays

Shifts:

• 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• 4 p.m. – 12 a.m.
• 12 a.m. – 8 a.m.

Salary: Based on experience

Community Outreach and Engagement Specialist

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is a non-profit organization providing comprehensive services to victims of domestic and sexual assault.

Job Summary:

The Community Outreach and Engagement Specialist will maintain all community outreach activities. You will represent the agency and work with the Associate Director of Community Services to develop and implement initiatives that increase agency visibility within the community. You will also work in collaboration with the Blackstone Valley Health Equity Zone Coordinator to raise community awareness of health inequities and support the residents in the towns of Cumberland, Lincoln, and North Smithfield.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain a calendar of outreach activities, including community event, workshops, appearances; and other communication opportunities;
• Nurture new and old relationships with collaborative partners;
• Provide educational opportunities to school age audiences as well as professional community partners;
• Help educate residents on HEZ and HEZ projects;
• Schedule regular outreach exhibitions in the community ;
• Create and maintain awareness of both BVAC and HEZ on social media platforms;
• Distribute outreach materials to community members, partner organizations, and businesses;
• Develop, attend, and discover community events to promote BVAC and HEZ program opportunities;
• Prepare accurate records and reports; and
• Assist in the organization of special events.

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or human services field;
• Preferred experience in the community outreach field;
• Must be able to travel with use of a personal car;
• Must possess the ability to speak effectively before groups and actively engage the public in outreach situations;
• Outstanding written communication and presentation skills;
• Must possess the ability to interact respectfully with diverse cultural and socio-economic populations;
• Strong knowledge of social media;
• Detail-orientated with the ability to manage multiple projects at a time;
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and community-driven; and
• Positive attitude and familiarity with community agencies and referrals.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed; the Principal Duties and Responsibilities are a representative, but not exhaustive, list of duties performed.

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate against a volunteer, an employee, or applicant for employment of conditions or opportunities for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age or country of ancestral origin.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Based on experience

Shelter Case Manager

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is a non-profit organization providing comprehensive services to victims of domestic and sexual assault.

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the Shelter Manager and according to established policies and procedures, has primary responsibility of case management focusing on support for families and individuals experiencing domestic violence and residing the Safe Homes.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties:

• Conducts activities necessary to admit individuals and families to the Safe Homes;
• Records necessary information, explains house practices, tours, distributes linens and other necessary items, and otherwise orients new residents;
• Supports residents with developing long-term plan for economic stability through employment and/or job training program;
• Helps residents with assessment of interests, financial needs, and progress;
• Empowers residents in goal planning and timelines for securing housing, and other resources;
• Provides crisis intervention and advocacy to residents in the Safe Home;
• Assists in identifying immediate and long-term needs, reviewing options, and planning for transitions and makes referrals as necessary;
• Maintains demographic statistics on residents who reside in the Safe Home Program and compiles weekly reports through data entry;
• Represents agency at various local providers meetings as needed;
• Facilitates group workshops;
• Facilitates weekly residents meeting to discuss care plans and goals;
• Responsible for maintaining donations received in conjunction with other staff;
• Researches and creates links with established local and statewide employment and housing resources, businesses, adult education programs, housing authorities, statewide housing organizations, etc.;
• Responsible for receiving, screening, routing and/or responding to telephone calls to the Victims of Crime Helpline and agency helpline as needed;
• Participation in on-call and emergency coverage as needed to safe home; and
• Additional duties necessary for the efficient operation of the agency assigned.

Skills and Abilities Required:

• A high level of interpersonal skills to provide support and assistance to clients;
• Commitment and sensitivity to issues related to the needs of families in crisis, particularly those affected by domestic violence;
• Ability to appropriately and effectively deal with crisis level situations;
• The physical ability to lift heavy items;
• A valid driver’s license and automobile insurance is required as work involves in-state travel;
• A combination of education and experience demonstrating acquisition of the skills and abilities required;
• A level of knowledge equivalent to that which is acquired by a minimum of an Associate’s Degree, trauma informed services, child development and housing first model; and
• Bilingual ability in English/Spanish a plus.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed; the Principal Duties and Responsibilities are a representative, but not exhaustive, list of duties performed.

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate against a volunteer, an employee, or applicant for employment of conditions or opportunities for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age or country of ancestral origin.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Job Type:

• Full-time
• Tuesday through Saturday
• 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Salary: Based on experience

Court Advocate

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is a non-profit organization providing comprehensive services to victims of domestic and sexual assault.

Job Summary:

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is looking for a Court Advocate to perform the duties listed below at the Garrahy Courthouse in Providence, RI. The Court Advocate will assist in providing direct services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, including provision of support, information, referrals, and advocacy.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide victims of domestic and sexual violence with emotional support, referrals and information about the court process;
• Inform victims of their rights;
• Empower victims to make his/her own decisions;
• Advocate on the victim’s behalf;
• Inform victims of the core of information about domestic violence; i
• Inform victims of the court process in which they are involved;
• Intervene on their behalf with police or court personnel as appropriate;
• Inform victims of the status of their cases, forms of protection available, domestic violence services, and other appropriate social services;
• Assist victims in identifying appropriate jurisdiction and in completion of required paperwork for protective orders;
• Provide information (such as court dates, case dispositions, and agency services) to victims via telephone or mail on a timely basis;
• Collect monthly data and prepare reports for inclusion in monthly statistics;
• Meet regularly with your supervisor and provide any written statistical or narrative reports requested; and
• Attend all training sessions deemed necessary/appropriate by your supervisor, including statewide Court Advocate meetings.

Skills and Abilities Required:

• A high level of organizational skills to engage diverse functions;
• Commitment and sensitivity to issues related to the needs of various individuals, particularly those affected by domestic violence and sexual assault;
• Ability to appropriately and effectively deal with stressful situations;
• Conduct oneself in ways that empower victims of domestic violence and sexual assault;
• Knowledge of the Rhode Island court system;
• Bachelor’s degree; and
• Bilingual Spanish required.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed; the Principal Duties and Responsibilities are a representative, but not exhaustive, list of duties performed.

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate against a volunteer, an employee, or applicant for employment of conditions or opportunities for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age or country of ancestral origin.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $17.50 per hour

Administrative Assistant

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is a non-profit organization providing comprehensive services to victims of domestic and sexual assault.

Job Summary:

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center, located in Central Falls, RI, is looking for a responsible Administrative Assistant to perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks. We are hiring for full-time, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Answer agency phone calls;
• Pick up mail and sort at least once a week;
• Order office supplies and research new deals and suppliers;
• Sort through orders and inventory items;
• File;
• Make copies; and
• Additional duties necessary for the efficient operation of the agency.

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel and Word);
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to prioritize work;
• Organization and ability to multi-task;
• Attention to detail to ensure tasks are completed thoroughly and correctly;
• Associates Degree with experience or willing to learn; and
• Spanish speaking preferred.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed; the Principal Duties and Responsibilities are a representative, but not exhaustive, list of duties performed.

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate against a volunteer, an employee, or applicant for employment of conditions or opportunities for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age or country of ancestral origin.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Based on experience

Housing Stabilization Case Manager

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is a non-profit organization providing comprehensive services to victims of domestic and sexual assault.

Job Summary:

The Housing Stabilization Case Manager will work directly with individuals and families within Rhode Island’s Coordinated Entry System who are experiencing homelessness by providing short-term, solutions-focused crisis intervention and resources to participants who are not eligible for homeless system resources or for whom no resources are currently available.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advocate for the mission of the organization and promote the vision and direction of the agency’s values;
• Deliver services with safety, respect, and effectiveness;
• Follow all policies and procedures of the organization;
• Utilize diversion skills to help those at risk of homelessness to identify immediate alternate housing arrangements, connecting them with needed resources, and identifying strengths and personal resources;
• Assist clients with housing needs that will include evictions, landlord negotiations, and access to community resources as needed;
• Maintain contact with Coordinated Entry clients on a scheduled basis, appropriate to their prioritized status and needs;
• Make referrals to supportive services in our community as appropriate and support client in navigating this process;
• Perform data entry by collecting assessment data and records to ensure all clients are tracked and that services and measurable outcomes are identified and documented in a timely manner;
• Has operational understanding and effective collaborative relationships with other community resources;
• Assess personal safety in each interaction and undertake due diligence in maintaining personal safety with homeless households that may be experiencing an adverse life circumstance, trauma, and/or exceptional emotional response to homelessness or risk of homelessness;
• Participate in ensuring confidentiality of service user assessment information related to all relevant legislation; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Must be able to work effectively with individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds as well as populations that have experienced vulnerability, trauma, incarceration, substance use, developmental delays, compromised mental wellness, brain injuries, literacy and numeracy issues, and/or other conditions or situations that have impacted housing stability;
• Must be solution-focused, exercise a wide degree of independent judgement, decision, and action on an ongoing basis;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the work environment;
• At least 18 months experience in the human services field, such as advocacy or case management;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
• Must work well under pressure, be flexible, and able to multi-task;
• Knowledge of social casework principals, practices and techniques, and the ability to apply these effectively;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Computer skills and data entry required; and
• Bachelor’s degree or certification/license in a social services/human services field.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed; the Principal Duties and Responsibilities are a representative, but not exhaustive, list of duties performed.

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate against a volunteer, an employee, or applicant for employment of conditions or opportunities for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age or country of ancestral origin.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $20 per hour

Housing Navigator

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is a non-profit organization providing comprehensive services to victims of domestic and sexual assault.

Job Summary:

The Housing Navigator will prospect and develop new landlord relationships to provide homeless individuals appropriate housing as part of Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center’s Housing First service delivery model. This model includes intensive home-based case management focused on permanent housing stability, housing relocation services, landlord/tenant education and financial assistance.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prospect and establish new landlord relationships to develop a “housing bank” of apartments/housing units suitable for the homeless and marginalized population of clients that we serve;
• Develop and maintain community and landlord partnerships to provide resources and cultivate relationships with the landlord;
• Ensure all identified units meet HUD’s rent requirements;
• Coordinate and conduct lease reviews and signings;
• Act as an advocate for the client;
• Provide initial inspections to ensure compliance with HUD safety standards for housing and lead-safe status;
• Coordinate apartment showings and move-in schedules;
• Maintain spreadsheets and database information;
• Liaison with the landlord, staff, and clients to facilitate successful occupancy; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to work with the homeless and marginalized populations;
• Knowledge of the neighborhoods where housing is located and knowledge of housing/building codes and safety standards for rental housing;
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in real estate and/or property management is required;
• Additional human services experience preferred;
• Computer skills and data entry required;
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) a plus;
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; and
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel in the community.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed; the Principal Duties and Responsibilities are a representative, but not exhaustive, list of duties performed.

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate against a volunteer, an employee, or applicant for employment of conditions or opportunities for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age or country of ancestral origin.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $20 per hour 

Helpline Advocate – Third Shift

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is a non-profit organization providing comprehensive services to victims of domestic and sexual assault.

Job Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Director of Community Services and according to established policies and procedures, has primary responsibility of answering the Victims of Crime Helpline via telephone and Internet.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receives and responds to the Victims of Crime Helpline from victims in crisis, police and medical personnel, and others;
• Gives information on services provided and makes referrals as necessary;
• Maintains comprehensive log of all incoming calls to Victims of Crime Helpline;
• Performs all tasks necessary to the efficient operation of the Victims of Crime Helpline;
• Represents agency at various local housing providers meetings as needed; and
• Additional duties necessary for the efficient operation of the agency.

Skills and Abilities Required:

• A high level of interpersonal skills to provide support and assistance to clients;
• Verbal communication skills to represent agency;
• Commitment and sensitivity to issues related to the needs of families in crisis, particularly those affected by domestic violence;
• The ability to appropriately and effectively deal with stressful situations;
• Associates Degree with experience; and
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed; the Principal Duties and Responsibilities are a representative, but not exhaustive, list of duties performed.

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate against a volunteer, an employee, or applicant for employment of conditions or opportunities for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age or country of ancestral origin.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Job Type:

• Full-time
• Third shift, Midnight to 8 a.m.
• Monday – Friday

Salary: Based on experience

Safe Havens Visitation Advocate

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is a non-profit organization providing comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Job Summary:

The Safe Havens Advocate will provide oversight and management of Safe Havens supervised visitation and child exchange services, including conducting intake and assessment of program participants; on site or remote monitoring of overall operations during visitation; recruit, train, and schedule visitation monitors; and ensure services are safe, neutral, and in compliance with contract and court requirements. This position reports to the Director of Community Services.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the weekly visits including scheduling, staffing, and monitoring visits as needed;
• Recruit, train, manage, and evaluate monitoring staff;
• Conduct and/or oversee pre-service intake and assessments with all custodial and non-custodial parties;
• Conduct pre-service welcome visits at Safe Havens centers for program participants as needed;
• Coordinate and schedule security for visits;
• Supervise visitation monitors to ensure the safety of participants and compliance with program goals and objectives;
• Provide written reports for funders, including monthly and quarterly data reporting requirements through Empower DB;
• Develop and maintain community and statewide relationships with service providers, attorneys, court personnel, professional associations, and other related professionals;
• Attend Safe Havens RICADV meetings and collaborate with Safe Haven’s partners as stated in the Safe Families MOU;
• Maintain confidentiality of client in accordance with VAWA federal laws and requirements;
• Attend LGBTQ+ specific trainings and RICADV related training and technical assistance to support the implementation of the grant; and
• Additional duties necessary for the efficient operation of the agency.

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field and three years of relevant work experience;
• Understanding of domestic violence and child sexual assault issues;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; and
• Bilingual preferred.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed; the Principal Duties and Responsibilities are a representative, but not exhaustive, list of duties performed.

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate against a volunteer, an employee, or applicant for employment of conditions or opportunities for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age or country of ancestral origin.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Based on experience

Case Manager of Residential Services

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is a non-profit organization providing comprehensive services to victims of domestic and sexual assault.

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the Director of Residential Services and according to established policies and procedures, has primary responsibility of case management focusing on support for children in families who reside in the Safe Home and the Transitional Housing Program.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts activities necessary to admit women and their children to the Safe Home;
• Records necessary information, explains house rules, tours, distributes linens and other necessary items; and orients new guests;
• Responsible for implementing transitional services to families who are leaving the Safe Home;
• Assists in developing long-term plan for economic stability through employment and/or job training program;
• Assessment of interests, financial needs, and progress;
• Supports guests in goal planning and timelines;
• Provides crisis intervention, advocacy, and support to guests in the Safe Home and Transitional Housing Program;
• Assists in identifying immediate and long-term needs, reviewing options, setting goals, and making referrals as necessary;
• Maintains demographic statistics on guests who reside in both the Safe Home and Transitional Housing Program and compiles weekly and monthly reports through data entry;
• Represents the agency at various local housing providers meetings as needed;
• Facilitates children’s group events and individual sessions;
• Facilitates weekly guests meeting to discuss care plans and goals;
• Responsible for billing and/or collecting rent directly from guest as appropriate;
• Responsible for maintaining donation room and maintaining inventory of donations received in conjunction with other staff;
• Researches and creates links with established local and statewide employment and housing resources such as job banks, businesses, adult education programs, housing authorities, statewide housing organizations, etc.;
• Responsible for receiving, screening, routing, and/or responding to telephone calls to the Victims of Crime Helpline and agency helpline as needed;
• Participation in on-call weekend and emergency coverage as needed to safe home; and
• Additional duties necessary for the efficient operation of the agency.

Skills and Abilities Required:

• A high level of interpersonal skills to provide support and assistance to clients;
• Commitment and sensitivity to issues related to the needs of families in crisis, particularly those affected by domestic violence;
• The ability to appropriately and effectively deal with crisis level situations;
• The physical ability to lift heavy items;
• A valid driver’s license and automobile insurance is required as work involves in-state travel;
• A combination of education and experience demonstrating acquisition of the skills and abilities;
• A level of knowledge equivalent to that which is acquired by a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree, trauma informed services, and child development; and
• Bilingual ability in English/Spanish preferred.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed; the Principal Duties and Responsibilities are a representative, but not exhaustive, list of duties performed.

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate against a volunteer, an employee, or applicant for employment of conditions or opportunities for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age or country of ancestral origin.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Job Type:

• Full-time
• Monday through Friday
• 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Salary: Based on experience