Domestic Violence Advocate - 1st and 2nd

Domestic Violence Advocates

Hiring for 1st and 2nd shifts

Location: Danielson, CT

Agency Overview:

United Services, Inc. is a leading non-profit provider of behavioral health and social services in northeastern Connecticut. With over 30 programs, 12 locations, and 250 dedicated professionals, we’re committed to improving the lives of children, adults, and families through compassionate mental health care, prevention, and support services. Our offices are located throughout Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner,” within easy commute of New London, Worcester, and Providence.

Domestic Violence Advocate Description:

Seeking Advocates for our Domestic Violence Program (DVP) located in Danielson, CT. Work as part of a team in our 24/7 residential shelter, which provides a safe environment to adults and children fleeing domestic violence. You would be a trained, certified domestic violence advocate providing individual and group counseling, case management, crisis intervention, risk assessment, safety planning, advocacy, shelter and hotline coverage. As part of our DVP team, you would coordinate services for victims of domestic violence and collaborate with staff to meet their needs. Basic office tasks, such as copying, filing, and organizing materials, as well as cleaning, are required.

Domestic Violence Program

DVP offers services to anyone who is a victim of domestic abuse and provides a diverse array of services, including 24/7 emergency shelter, court advocacy assistance, referral and information services, support groups and counseling, case management, recreation, bilingual staff, educational programs for schools, and training for professionals throughout Northeastern Connecticut.

Schedule - Danielson location

• 1st shift: Friday & Saturday, 7:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M. (16 hours per week)
• 2nd shift: Friday & Saturday, 12:30 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. (16 hours per week)
• 2nd shift: Sunday through Thursday, 12:30 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. (40 hours per week)

Qualifications:

• 1st and 2nd shift positions - Bachelor's Degree in a relevant human services field, or an Associate's Degree plus two years of appropriate experience required.

Salary/Hourly Range:

$19.00-$21.50 per hour (depending on experience)

Bilingual (Spanish/English) rate of pay: $19.96-$22.59 per hour (depending on experience)

Benefit Package:

• Very generous comprehensive benefit package for medical, dental and vision coverage for the employee and their family
• Life, AD & D, short-term and long-term disability insurance plans – 100% employer paid
• Four weeks of paid vacation
• 12 paid holidays
• Paid Sick time
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement
• Professional Development Funds
• 403B Thrift Plan (tax-deferred) with employer contribution and match after one year
• Employee Assistant Program
• Mileage Reimbursement
• United Services is an approved site for the National Health Services Corps loan repayment and scholarship programs

*Benefits will be pro-rated for eligible part-time positions

Work Location: In person

Important Employment Requirement:

All employees of United Services, Inc. are required to receive the influenza (flu) vaccine each year, unless a medical exemption has been submitted and approved by our Medical Director.

Join Our Team and Help Create Healthy Communities!

United Services, Inc. is one of Connecticut’s most comprehensive private, non-profit providers of behavioral health, social services, and wellness programs. We’re dedicated to improving the lives of children, adults, and families across 21 towns in northeastern Connecticut through compassionate care, prevention, and support services.

With more than 30 programs, 12 service locations, and a team of over 250 caring professionals, we’re proud to continue our mission of Creating Healthy Communities. Our diverse staff includes psychiatrists, clinicians, APRNs, social workers, prevention specialists, case managers, advocates, and a strong team of administrative and support professionals — all working together to make a meaningful difference.

Our offices are located in small-town and rural settings throughout Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner,” within easy commuting distance of New London, CT; Worcester, MA; and Providence, RI. Main offices are in Mansfield Center, Dayville, and Wauregan.

If you’re passionate about helping others and want to be part of a supportive, mission-driven organization where your work truly matters, we’d love to hear from you!

Learn more about career opportunities at www.unitedservicesct.org/careers
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Or send your resume to United Services, Inc., 1007 North Main Street, Dayville, CT 06241

United Services is an Affirmative Action Employer EEO/M/F/D/V