Domestic Violence Counselor

Domestic Violence Counselor

HYC Main Office Headquarters - Whittier, CA 90604; Commerce Office - Los Angeles, CA 90022; Long Beach Office - Long Beach, CA 90813; Norwalk Office - Norwalk, CA 90650

Salary Range $29.50 - $29.50 Hourly Position Type Full Time

Overview

POSITION TITLE: Domestic Violence Counselor DVH

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Director of Family Services, the Domestic Violence Counselor will:

• Be responsible for the coordination, planning, implementation, and execution of the California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) domestic violence program and its services.
• Provide victims of domestic violence, gang violence, or human trafficking with a comprehensive array of services, which will include intake and assessments, case management, domestic violence education, parent education, linkages, resources, advocacy, life skills, shelter assistance, counseling, employment activities, and financial literacy.
• Provide one-on-one counseling sessions and group sessions, both telehealth and in-person.
• Conduct housing readiness assessments and make recommendations for programs based on assessments and clients' needs.
• Services to be provided throughout the communities of Service Planning Area 7.
• Develop, build, and maintain effective working relationships with partnering agencies.
• Provide trauma-informed services, appropriate to the needs of DV survivors.
• Provide workshops or presentations to provide awareness and education to the community.
• Assist with outreach efforts and attend outreach events
• Attend all individual and team program meetings and required trainings.
• Attend any external county meetings required by contracts
• Maintain appropriate program documentation and record information for evaluation and reporting purposes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in a human services field or equivalent and relevant work experience.
• 2 years of experience working with victims/survivors of violence.
• 40-hour Domestic Violence Certification
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Permanent U.S. residency or citizenship.
• Valid California Driver's license, current auto insurance, and good driving record.
• Ability to pass background check and criminal clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Experience in working in a community-based organization.
• Experience in working with database programs (such as Clarity HMIS, Exym and CHAMP).
• Knowledge of Southeast Los Angeles County.