Full-Time Advocate

Deaf Advocate - SERV (4425)
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Job Type/Status: Full-Time
Salary: $28 to $30 per hour
The Deaf Advocate plays a critical role in providing support and assistance to Deaf survivors of interpersonal violence. This position is responsible for providing advocacy, support, and resources to Deaf individuals who have experienced interpersonal violence. Offering culturally competent and accessible assistance, helping survivors navigate the legal and healthcare systems, and promoting awareness and education within the Deaf community. This position is also responsible for training, outreach, and awareness presentations to local service providers.
Advocacy and Support
Support survivors in understanding their rights, exploring options, and navigating legal and healthcare systems.
Accompany survivors to medical exams, police interviews, court proceedings, and meetings with service providers as needed.
Help survivors access available resources, including counseling, support groups, and legal assistance.

Safety Planning
Collaborate with survivors to develop safety plans tailored to their specific situations, addressing immediate safety concerns and prevention strategies for future incidents.

Community Outreach and Education
Conduct outreach efforts within the Deaf community to raise awareness about interpersonal violence, consent, and available support services.
Develop and deliver workshops, presentations, and training sessions on these topics, using accessible formats and communication methods.
Conduct training and outreach to local service providers to raise awareness about Deaf culture, communication access and services available.

Compile data and reports as required for grant funding or program evaluation.

Stay informed about Deaf culture, language, and community dynamics to ensure culturally competent service delivery.
Attend relevant training and professional development opportunities.

The Deaf Advocate must successfully complete 60 hours of the New Jersey State Confidential Sexual Violence Advocacy Training and Domestic Violence Response Team training provided by Services Empowering Rights of Victims (SERV).
The ideal candidate is an empathic professional who demonstrates a strong commitment to social justice, cultural humility, and equity. People of color, Deaf people, people with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Survivors of sexual violence, domestic violence, and human trafficking are strongly encouraged to apply.
A bachelor's degree in a related field such as social work, psychology, counseling, or a relevant human services discipline is preferred. Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) is essential.
Strong communication and advocacy skills.
Experience in providing support services or advocacy, preferably in the field of interpersonal violence.
At the Center for Family Services, our employees are our greatest resource, and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.*

• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
• Medical insurance plan options
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
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