Job Title: Domestic Violence Advocate:

• DV -Shelter Advocate Full-time & Part-time (Danielson)
• DV – Rapid Re-housing/Case Management – Full-time (Danielson & Willimantic)

Location: Danielson, CT or Willimantic, CT

(Position is located 30 minutes from Providence, RI – Worcester, MA – New London, CT – Willimantic, CT)

Description:

Domestic Violence Advocate- Seeking full-time Advocates for our Domestic Violence Program (DVP) located in Danielson. Work as part of a team in our 24/7 residential shelters which provide a safe environment to adults and children fleeing domestic violence. You would be a trained certified domestic violence advocate providing individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, 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 other staff to meet their needs. Basic office work such as copying, filing, and organizing material; along with cleaning are required.

Rapid Re-Housing/DV Advocate- Seeking Advocates for our Willimantic and Danielson location. You will be a trained certified domestic violence advocate providing case management services, individual counseling, risk assessment, safety planning, advocacy, as well as home visits. As part of our DVP team you will coordinate services for victims of domestic violence and collaborate with staff to meet their needs. Timely documentation, organizational skills, attention to detail, coordinating with community providers such as CCADV (Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence), landlords and the housing locator is a must.

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.

New Grads Welcome! Bilingual Candidates are encouraged to apply.

Schedule: We have a variety of full-time and part-time positions available across 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts. All schedules may include flexing and some holidays.

DV- RRH & CM –Friday 12:30pm – 9:00pm

Education Requirements:

• 1st and 2nd shift positions - Bachelors Degree in relevant human services field, or

Associates Degree plus two years of appropriate experience required.

• 3rd shift position - High School Diploma plus four years of appropriate

experience required.

United Services requires all employees to be vaccinated against influenza annually during flu season and against COVID- 19 prior to start date.

Salary Range: $18.09 - $20.47 per hour depending on experience

Bilingual Spanish/English Fluency: $19.01 - $21.50 per hour depending on experience

Benefits

• 4 weeks of vacation
• 12 holidays
• Paid sick time
• Very generous comprehensive benefit package for health, dental, life and disability insurance
• Training and tuition reimbursement & eligibility for National Health Service Corps loan repayment and scholarships
• Pre-tax medical and dependent care plans
• 403B Thrift Plan with an employer contribution after one year

**Benefits will be pro-rated for eligible part-time position (s)

United Services Inc. -- Join Our Team!

Changing the world for the better starts with helping those around you. When you join our team at United Services, you are able to spend your work days saving and improving lives in Northeastern Connecticut. We have meaningful career opportunities available for all levels of education, from high school graduates to those with master's degrees, and we are welcoming new graduates to apply. Whether you are looking for full time, part time, or per diem work, we may have a position open for you. So what are you waiting for? Apply now. http://www.unitedservicesct.org/careers/

Do you want to make a direct impact in the lives of children, families and adults with social and behavioral health needs? If you have the skills, the commitment and the passion, we have the opportunity.

United Services is among Connecticut’s most comprehensive private, non-profit providers of behavioral health, psychosocial, chemical abuse, primary care, care coordination, wellness and prevention services to the community, and employee assistance program services for business and industry. Our primary service area is the 21 towns in northeastern Connecticut. With more than 30 programs, 12 service locations, and a dedicated staff of over 250 professionals, we are proud to continue growing in our mission of “Creating Healthy Communities” by providing top-notch, caring mental health and social services to the children, adults, families and communities of Northeastern Connecticut.

Our offices are located in small town and rural settings throughout Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner” within easy commuting distance from New London, CT, Worcester, MA and Providence, RI. Our three main office locations are in Mansfield Center, Dayville and Wauregan. Our staff includes psychiatrists, clinicians, social workers, psychologists, prevention specialists, case managers, advocates, and administrative and support personnel.

Please consider joining our United Services team! For more information please visit http://www.unitedservicesct.org/careers/

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

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.09 - $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mansfield Center, CT: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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