Coalition Careers

Careers with The Coalition

TENNESSEE COALITION TO END DOMESTIC AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE

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We are currently hiring a Training and Technical Assistance Specialist to join our Education and Capacity Building Team. You can find the full job description and apply at https://tncoalition.bamboohr.com/careers/24?source=aWQ9MTk%3D

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Careers with Coalition Member Agencies

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HomeSafe

County Advocate – Full-time

Position Summary:

County advocates are expected to provide trauma-informed advocacy, information, referrals, and related services to victims of domestic violence and their children, both residential and non-residential.

Responsibilities

· Provide crisis counseling and emotional support to victims of domestic violence.

· Help victims develop personal safety plans.

· Maintain client confidentiality as outlined in the Shelter Standards and the confidentiality policy.

· Provide legal advocacy and accompaniment to victims, assist victims in filing for orders of protection.

· Provide information about victim rights, available resources, and services.

· Make referrals and coordinate services for victims and their children.

· Conduct shelter admissions as needed.

· Provide follow-up services to current and former clients.

· Facilitate support groups for victims/survivors.

· Respond to helpline calls.

· Assist with answering the helpline after business hours on a rotating basis.

· Develop and maintain collaborative relations with other community agencies and organizations.

· Participate and represent the organization in community meetings and committees.

· Communicate with the director of programs, report, and consult about every crisis situation.

· Maintain accurate, timely documentation and timely input of data according to agency policy.

· Provide transportation assistance to clients as needed.

· Complete 40 hours of annual training

· Participate in supervision sessions and staff meetings.

· Receive, Inventory, document, and put donations in storage buildings when needed.

· Assist with office cleaning.

· Other duties deemed necessary.

Qualifications:

· Good verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to provide trauma-informed care to trauma survivors.

· Ability to convey care, compassion, and empathy to trauma survivors, while maintaining professional boundaries

· Ability to behave in a trustworthy and reliable manner.

· A Bachelor degree in social work or related field is preferred.

· Available to be on call with immediate response.

· Available for after hour community activities.

· Professional appearance and demeanor.

· Prior experience working in human services.

· Bilingual preferred (English and Spanish).

Working Conditions

· Stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time.

· You may be required to talk or hear, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.

· You may be required to lift or mover over 25 lbs.

· Drive to various locations to include schools, shelter, court and community partners.

· Occasional nights and weekends may be required.

HomeSafe is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, sex, age, handicap, national origin.

Interested applicants can send resumes to scrocco@homesafeinc.org Interviews are by appointment only.

Community Outreach Coordinator – Part-time

The outreach coordinator is expected to develop and facilitate outreach and awareness programs, represent the agency in the community, and provide information about domestic and HomeSafe services.

Responsibilities:

Organize and coordinate training and ensure compliance with Tennessee training requirements for domestic and sexual violence agencies.
Network and foster relationships with community agencies, groups, and individuals as needed or assigned.
Participate in community meetings and represent HomeSafe at public speaking events and provide presentations on domestic violence and HomeSafe services.
Coordinate and facilitate community education, training, and outreach activities.
Collaborate with staff to plan, organize, and implement activities for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Serve as a visible spokesperson and advocate for HomeSafe’s mission, services, and programs in the community.
Responsible for coordinating in-kind donations.
Participate in staff meetings, training, activities, and supervision sessions.
Maintain records of services and activities according to agency policies.
Ensure timely input of data.
Work within a team environment
Maintain professional and ethical behavior at all times.
Work independently with minimum supervision.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work, sociology, education, or related fields is preferred.
A minimum of two years’ experience working for a public or nonprofit organization is preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience in public speaking.
Ability to work flexible hours that will include occasional evenings or weekends.
Computer skills including Microsoft Office and database programs.

Working Conditions:

Stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time.
You may be required to talk or hear, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
You may be required to lift or move over 25 lbs.
Drive to various locations for speaking engagements, community awareness meetings and trainings.

HomeSafe is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, sex, age, handicap, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Interested applicants can send resumes to scrocco@homesafeinc.org Interviews are by appointment only.

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Coalition members are welcome to advertise their job openings on our website free of charge. For details or to submit a job posting, please email, info@tncoalition.org or call (615) 386-9406.