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VICTIM ADVOCATE
SERCO
Ft. Richardson, AK

Summary of Job Duties:
Ensures that the emotional, social and safety needs of their clients and/or the clients' family are met and maintained on an individual basis in accordance with policies and procedures and current federal, state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations. Provides crisis intervention and assists families in understanding the implications and complexities of domestic violence. Collaborates with the Family Advocacy Program (FAP), the Army Community Service Family Advocacy Program Manager (FAPM), law enforcement, legal and medical facilities, and the command to assure safety plans are coordinated. Ensures the availability of 24-hour victim advocacy services either through personal or telephonic contact. Position requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Individual must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Works under general supervision or independently and typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A certain degree of creativity, initiative and ability to work collaboratively with other organizations is required.

Minimum Qualifications:
Position requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent and 3-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area with a 4-year degree required from an accredited school in social work, psychology, marriage, family, and child counseling, counseling or behavioral science, education, community health or public health. Contractor shall provide verification of degrees. Minimum of one year of experience in working with a military or civilian social service agency preferred or experience as a military family member. Minimum of two years experience working with victims of domestic violence or victim advocacy and services.

Working Conditions:
Work is generally preformed in a normal office environment where there is minimal exposure to unpleasant and/or hazardous working conditions. Work may also be performed in a vehicle or temporary office.

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Hiring Contact:
Name: Tonette Sivells
Fax: 703-681-4862
Email: tonette.sivells [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]


Source - Anchorage Daily News

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