Pet Advocacy Specialist - Bi-lingual Spanish Passaic County HIRING BONUS AVAILABLE

Pet Advocacy Specialist – Bi-lingual Spanish Passaic County HIRING BONUS AVAILABLE

AGENCY

JBWS is a private, nonprofit agency that provides safety, support, and solutions for abuse for anyone who faces the issues of intimate partner abuse regardless of severity of the abuse, marital status, income, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, or ethnicity. The vision of JBWS is to create a community-wide culture that refuses to tolerate the presence of any form of intimate partner violence. Empowerment of its victims and advocacy for social reform are at the heart of our mission and we are committed to advocating for the change necessary to achieve justice, equity, and inclusivity within our organization, our community and the systems with which we work on behalf of our clients. More than 75 paid staff and nearly 200 volunteers work together with the help of the community to fulfill the agency mission. JBWS recognized the impact of the work done in our space and we are committed to staff wellness. Our W.I.S.H. (Wellness Initiative Supporting Health) initiative focuses on the 8 dimensions of wellness, including physical, emotional, mental, etc. to support and educate our staff. JBWS is an equal opportunity employer. JBWS values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for a position at JBWS.

JOB DESCRIPTION

JBWS is seeking a dynamic committed Pet Advocacy Specialist for our Passaic County Shelter program to lead vision and execution of JBWS’ pet-inclusive programming. Provide specialized case management and advocacy to domestic violence survivors, their families and pets using a client-centered, trauma informed, strengths-based approach. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Include but are not limited to: Help-Line support for survivors and their pets including crisis intervention, safety planning for survivors and pets, domestic violence psychoeducation that addresses animal abuse, shelter assessments, and referrals and connections to JBWS services and pet friendly resources. Facilitate out of county referrals to pet friendly programs, as needed, complete helpline assessments, and coordinate household and pet needs for entry into shelter. Follow protocols when referring callers to JBWS programs, including procedures that support safe accommodations and services for their pets. Support a welcoming, pet friendly environment for new families by providing orientation to the shelter, reviewing program guidelines, pet care expectations, and hotel placement procedures, identifying immediate household and pet needs, and distributing the welcome book to ensure understanding of program expectations. Utilize (SAF-T) Sheltering Animals and Families Together operational and safety best practices. Champion pet friendly policies, protocols, and physical environments across all JBWS programs and sites, providing expert guidance to ensure consistent and survivor-centered care. Serve as the agency’s internal subject matter leader on the intersection of domestic violence and animal abuse, promoting pet friendly and pet-inclusive responses. Adhere to program standard operating procedures, including documentation policies for client and pet related services. Complete and enter the database required paperwork for clients and their pets, including intakes, helpline forms, assessments, service notes, pet accommodation information, and any other required documentation within identified time frames. Ensure safe, secure, and pet friendly facility functioning, including contact with emergency personnel and animal emergency resources as needed. Perform a daily check of the security system and identify any conditions that could affect the safety of clients or pets. Prepare rooms and apartments for incoming residential clients and their pets, including appropriate pet friendly supplies and accommodations. Complete Red Rover training and participate in monthly pet advocate meetings with NJCEDV. Attend and actively participate in weekly supervision, case management, and case review meetings, including discussion of pet related needs, safety, and accommodations. QUALIFICATIONS Include but are not limited to: BSW, or related degree, with 2 years of experience or minimum of 4 years in relevant field. Experience or willingness to provide pet-inclusive domestic violence services. Knowledge of and sensitivity to the impact of domestic violence and its impact on families, including pets. A sincere dedication to a non-judgmental manner of supporting self-help. Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives, influence teams, and build relationships across diverse sectors. Highly organized and self-motivated. Excellent communication skills including interpersonal, written and verbal. Proficient in computer skills including Microsoft Office. Valid New Jersey driver’s license.

SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

This position is full-time 35-hour per week. Monday through Friday (four days 9am – 5pm and one day 12pm – 8pm)

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Full-time salary range $55 – $60K. This position also offers a benefits package including an employee wellness program, medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, EAP, 403B and generous time off. JBWS values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, interns and volunteers. We welcome and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for a position at JBWS. JBWS is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr JBWS