Domestic Violence Advocate

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see:TypeFull-timeWhy One Family Illinois?At One Family Illinois (Formerly SOS Children's Villages Illinois) weare committed to keeping brothers and sisters in foster care together byproviding safe, stable, and loving homes. We do this by offering aninnovative approach to traditional foster care. Our model of careprovides a private, single-family home, access to a community center,and support from professionally trained Foster Parents and staff. Withthis, the children we serve benefit from the stability of remaining withtheir siblings as well as the support of neighboring One Family IllinoisFoster Parents and the entire community.Work for an impactful organization with a purposeCorporate culture that supports diversity, equity, and inclusionHybrid/flexible work options to help balance work and lifePTO (paid time off in the form of personal days, sick time, vacationdays, and paid company holidaysBonus Plan for Child Welfare SpecialistsEmployee Referral BonusesEmployee Well-Being BenefitsCompetitive Healthcare plans through BCBS for you and your dependents(eligible the first of the following month after 30 of FT employment)Vision/Dental/Life Insurance offeringsFlexible PTOAccess to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)403b Retirement Savings Plan (nonprofit version of 401K). Able tocontribute immediately upon full-time employment. In addition, theorganization will contribute 4% to your savings plan after 12 months offull-time employment regardless if you are contributing.Part of the federal student loan forgiveness programAccess to financial advisors and financial education toolsTuition reimbursement optionsOpportunities for further education as well as time to attendtrainings/workshops/etc. for personal/professional developmentThe Role:The Domestic Violence Advocate provides comprehensive,trauma-informed support to families impacted by domestic violence,including assessment, safety planning, advocacy, and coordination ofcare.Responsibilities:- Reviews all program data; develops programmatic short-term and long-term goals; identifies and develops quality improvement projects that support the mission of Casa Tepeyac; prepares and submits reports to agency leadership and other stakeholders as required.- Establishes and maintains an environment that promotes integrity and accountability, innovation and collaboration, and a commitment to providing the highest quality of care possible.- Performs on-call and all other duties as needed and assigned.- Provide emotional support and counseling to victims of domestic violence, including crisis intervention and ongoing support.- Develop safety plans tailored to the individual needs of clients to enhance their security and well-being.- Facilitate access to legal services, including obtaining restraining orders and navigating the court system, to protect clients from abusers.- Coordinate with healthcare professionals to ensure victims receive necessary medical care and document injuries related to abuse.- Offer educational workshops and support groups for victims to understand the dynamics of domestic violence and build coping strategies.- Assist clients in securing housing, employment, and financial assistance to establish independence from abusers.- Engage in community outreach and education to raise awareness about domestic violence and advocate for policy change.- Compile and maintain detailed records of client cases, services provided, and outcomes for reporting purposes and to inform future advocacy.- Responsible for the intervention and treatment process for families referred for or seeking In-Home Family Services.- Provides screening and assessments to identify family protective and risk factors, challenges, strengths, and areas to address in the service plan.- Provides services and support in conjunction with the service plan, with constant review and adjustment as needed.

Created: 2026-03-16