POSITION: DOMESTIC VIOLENCE COORDINATOR

STATUS: Non-Exempt

LOCATION: Family Justice Center

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Justice Programs Manager

HOURS: Full-Time 40-hour work week Monday-Friday, some evening and weekend work will be required.

SUMMARY: Position acts as a liaison between the Center and local municipal and justice courts within the Justice for Families Collaborative. Position will provide training to court staff domestic violence related topics. Position will also work with court and law enforcement staff to provide follow-up calls to victims after law enforcement have responded to domestic violence and/or stalking calls.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Essential position requirements include but are not limited to: Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or other relevant degree area. Extensive experience in work with domestic violence survivors can be substituted for the degree requirement. Extensive knowledge of the community resources, dynamics of domestic violence, and Mississippi domestic violence laws.

Must be able to work effectively with diverse group of clients, staff and individuals in the criminal justice systems.

Ability to work diplomatically in order to gain and maintain professional relationships with court officials and law enforcement.

Ability to work with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment

Ability to express complex information and ideas both verbally and in writing.

Ability to work within agency mission, philosophy and policies/procedures.

Must have a reliable vehicle and meet agency driving policy requirements, including a valid driver license and proof of required automobile insurance. Travel required.

DUTIES:

Training

• Provide training to court personnel in all municipal and justice courts in Harrison County on dynamics of domestic violence, protection orders, trauma-informed care, and any other identified topics.
• Work in collaboration with local courts to review and revise procedures regarding domestic violence and stalking cases.
• Co-facilitate training with culturally specific project partners to court personnel in work with underserved populations.
• Maintain a visible, professional, and accessible presence in court environment.
• Be an active member of the Harrison County CCR Team
• Assist with development of the Harrison County Family Justice Center project
• Assist with training new court personnel on topics regarding domestic violence and stalking.

Advocacy

• Reviews arrest records and makes direct contact with victims post law enforcement response.
• Makes immediate assessment of survivor needs and makes referrals to other community resources.
• Assists with applications for State victim assistance compensation by obtaining necessary information and documents.
• Orients victims to the criminal justice system by explaining procedures and status of criminal proceedings or cases; provides court support to victims.
• Acts as an advocate for victims to ensure their needs are addressed within the community and criminal justice system; confers with law enforcement officials and prosecutors on the status of cases;
• Provides support to victims and family during interviews with law enforcement officers, attorneys and court personnel; explains criminal justice system and victim rights.
• Assist victims with appropriate referrals to community resources, developing safety plans, filling out protection order petitions, Crime Victims Compensation packets and explaining Crime Victim’s Bill of Rights.
• Provides victims with follow-up contacts relating to case status/disposition information such as charges filed, status of criminal proceedings, terms and conditions of probation, and release date.
• Work in conjunction with all other program components and staff to ensure effective communication of all client concerns, recommendations, and needs.

Agency Compliance

• Maintain comprehensive and organized files utilizing the automated data and case management system
• Adhere to the agency’s confidentiality policies, maintaining a high level standard of confidentiality
• Compile and accurately report all applicable program statistics and educational activities on time and as directed
• Report any known or suspected child abuse to immediate supervisor
• Report any suspicious activity or persons
• Attend and participate in agency staff meetings and trainings
• Report to work on time as scheduled
• Maintain a valid driver license and proof of required automobile insurance
• Perform all other duties and/or participate in special projects as assigned by direct supervisor or Chief Executive Officer.

Other

• Participate in hurricane evacuation and facility preparation.
• In case of emergencies and extreme circumstances, will be required to assist with 24-hour shelter coverage
• Work in conjunction with other program components and staff to ensure effective communication of agency and client concerns, recommendations, and needs.

POSITION: DOMESTIC VIOLENCE COORDINATOR GULFPORT

STATUS: Non-Exempt

LOCATION: Gulfport Court/Family Justice Center

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Justice Programs Manager

HOURS: Full-Time 40-hour work week Monday-Friday, some evening and weekend work will be required.

SUMMARY: Position provides court advocacy and support services to victims of interpersonal violence. The position will provide training to law enforcement and court staff on domestic violence related topics. Position will also work with court and law enforcement staff to provide follow-up calls to victims after law enforcement have responded to domestic violence and/or stalking calls.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Essential position requirements include but are not limited to: Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or other relevant degree area. Extensive experience in work with domestic violence survivors can be substituted for the degree requirement. Extensive knowledge of the community resources, dynamics of domestic violence, and Mississippi domestic violence laws.

Must be able to work effectively with diverse group of clients, staff and individuals in the criminal justice systems.

Ability to work diplomatically in order to gain and maintain professional relationships with court officials and law enforcement.

Ability to work with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment

Ability to express complex information and ideas both verbally and in writing.

Ability to work within agency mission, philosophy and policies/procedures.

Must have a reliable vehicle and meet agency driving policy requirements, including a valid driver license and proof of required automobile insurance. Travel required.

DUTIES:

Advocacy

• Reviews arrest records and makes direct contact with victims post law enforcement response.
• Makes immediate assessment of survivor needs, provides referrals to other community resources, and facilitates access to the 24-hour Crisis Line.
• Refers victims to community resources and assists with developing safety plans, filling out protection order petitions, and completing Crime Victims’ Compensation packets.
• Orients victims to the criminal justice system by explaining Mississippi Crime Victims’ Bill of Rights, court procedures, and status of criminal proceedings or cases.
• Provides court support to victims at weekly DAPO hearings and domestic violence court dates.
• Acts as an advocate for victims to ensure their needs are addressed within the community and criminal justice system.
• Confers with law enforcement officials and prosecutors on the status of cases.
• Provides support to victims and family during interviews with law enforcement officers, attorneys, and court personnel.
• Provides victims with follow-up contacts relating to case status and disposition information, including probation and release date.
• Works in conjunction with all other program components and staff to ensure effective communication of all client concerns, recommendations, and needs.
• Completes monthly, quarterly, and yearly statistics.

Training

• Provides training to law enforcement and court personnel on dynamics of domestic violence and stalking, protection orders, trauma-informed care, lethality assessments, strangulation, principal aggressor, and any other related topics.
• Works in collaboration with law enforcement and the court to review and revise procedures regarding domestic violence and stalking cases.
• Co-facilitates culturally specific training with project partners, law enforcement, and court personnel to meet the needs of underserved populations.
• Maintain a visible, professional, and accessible presence in court environment.

Agency Compliance

• Maintain comprehensive and organized files utilizing the automated data and case management system
• Adhere to the agency’s confidentiality policies, maintaining a high level standard of confidentiality
• Report any known or suspected child abuse to immediate supervisor
• Report any suspicious activity or persons
• Attend and participate in agency staff meetings and trainings
• Report to work on time as scheduled
• Maintain a valid driver license and proof of required automobile insurance
• Perform all other duties and/or participate in special projects as assigned by direct supervisor or Chief Executive Officer.

Other

• Participate in hurricane evacuation and facility preparation.
• In case of emergencies and extreme circumstances, will be required to assist with 24-hour shelter coverage
• Work in conjunction with other program components and staff to ensure effective communication of agency and client concerns, recommendations, and needs.

POSITION: ADULT OUTREACH COUNSELOR

STATUS: Exempt

LOCATION: Porter Office

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Senior Counselor

HOURS: Full-Time 40-hour work week Monday – Friday, some evening and weekend work may be required.

SUMMARY: Provide counseling and advocacy services to adult victims of domestic violence and sexual assault who are seeking services on a non-residential basis.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Minimum requirement of a Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or related discipline from an accredited program and possess a license to practice in Mississippi. Minimum of two (2) years of related credentialed experience.

Must have vast knowledge of method and implementation of treatment interventions relevant to working with trauma survivors.

Must be able to work effectively with diverse groups of clients, staff and individuals in the community.

Ability to work with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment

Ability to express complex information and ideas both verbally and in writing.

Ability to work within agency mission, philosophy and policies/procedures.

Must have a reliable vehicle and meet agency driving policy requirements, including a valid driver license and proof of required automobile insurance. Travel required

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Clinical

• Provide individual and group counseling, advocacy, and case management services for adult victims of domestic violence and sexual assault
• Complete initial intake assessment for all new non-residential clients
• Complete service plan with each client in designated time frame. Conduct periodic review of treatment plan.
• Work with the Clinical staff at the Center to facilitate counseling services for clients in emergency shelter and continuous services for clients re-entering the community from the shelter
• Accompany clients to court/legal proceedings as needed
• Act as liaison with community agencies and referral sources to better serve clients
• Make appropriate client referrals for other needed services
• Attend and participate in weekly clinical supervision meetings
• Provide training to professionals inside and outside the Center on topics related to victimization, trauma, and trauma-informed care.
• Provide professional backup per established schedule

Agency Compliance

• Maintain comprehensive and organized files in the automated case management system
• Adhere to the agency’s confidentiality policies
• Report any known or suspected child abuse to immediate supervisor
• Report any suspicious activity or persons
• Attend and participate in agency staff meetings and trainings
• Report to work on time as scheduled
• Maintain a valid driver license and proof of required automobile insurance
• Perform all other duties and/or participate in special projects as assigned by direct supervisor or Chief Executive Officer.

Other

• Participate in hurricane evacuation and facility preparation.
• In case of emergencies and extreme circumstances, will be required to assist with 24-hour shelter coverage
• Work in conjunction with other program components and staff to ensure effective communication of agency and client concerns, recommendations, and needs.