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Job Title: Survivor Advocate
Organization: First Step Project on Domestic and Sexual Violence
Region: Midwest
Description: FIRST STEP WESTERN WAYNE COUNTY PROJECT ON DOMESTIC AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Survivor Advocate

Hours/week: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Western Wayne County location

Availability: Start date: Nov. 2012, weekdays, evenings, on-call Assault Response

Description: To provide crisis counseling, advocacy, information, and support to survivors of domestic and sexual violence via individual, group, and telephone sessions in a residential setting. Assist as needed with 24-hour crisis line, and Assault Response/Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program.

Qualifications: BSW preferred/BA in human services; Masters Degree/MSW a plus; Significant experience working effectively with persons victimized by domestic/sexual violence as well as diverse populations; Match with agency mission, philosophy, strategic priorities, and core competencies essential. Ability to maintain a flexible schedule including on-call shifts; Valid MI drivers license, current auto insurance, criminal background check, sex offender registry check, Department of Human Services clearance, good driving record, and reliable transportation required. Bilingual a plus. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits: Full-time position to include accrued sick and vacation time, holiday pay, option for health, dental, and life insurance.

Send resume and cover letter WITH SALARY REQUIREMENTS to Desiree Herrick:
dherrick@firststep-mi.org
www.firststep-mi.org
Contact: Desiree Herrick
Phone:
E-Mail: dherrick@firststep-mi.org
Website: http://www.firststep-mi.org
Closing Date: December-31-12