Position Details

DV Court Advocate - SERV (1122)

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Location: Camden, Gloucester & Cumberland County, NJ

Job Type/Status: Full-Time

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide individual specialized support counseling and advocacy to victims of domestic violence at court, including safety planning, community resources, follow up and connecting individuals to needed services.

  • Provide support to family members and significant others

  • Accompany victims through procedures at area hospitals, police departments, prosecutor's office, and court

  • Provide victims case-related medical and legal options, provide appropriate referrals for victims and significant others. 

  • Present educational and outreach programs in schools, community centers, church groups, etc., and Sensitivity Training programs to personnel at hospitals, police departments, courts and social agencies in the community. 

  • Maintain effective working relationships with all court personnel.

  • Maintain victim case files including state agency paperwork requirement

  • Collect and maintain statistics as required by funding sources. Meet grant requirements and complete required reports

  • Provide hotline coverage and duty days

  • Carry out other tasks as deemed necessary by the supervisor to ensure the success of the SERV program 


REQUIREMENTS: 

  • A minimum Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or Human Services is preferred. Experience may substitute for education on a year-to-year basis

  • This position requires a certificate in New Jersey State Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate (CSVA), Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT) and Anti-Human Trafficking training provided by Services Empowering Rights of Victims (SERV). The Court Advocate must demonstrate cultural humility and a strengths-based, recovery philosophy. Excellent organizational skills and strong personal skills. They must demonstrate sensitivity toward the needs of the individuals we serve. The Court Advocate will be able to work collaboratively with partners, community groups, and other service organizations. Court Advocates must have experience working with people, especially on a one-to-one basis, and demonstrate sensitivity toward the needs of victims.  Effective verbal and written communication skills and public speaking is required. 

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred. People of color, people with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Survivors of sexual violence, domestic violence, and human trafficking are strongly encouraged to apply.


Benefits:

At the Center for Family Services, our employees are our greatest resource, and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.*

  • Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday

  • 401k Plan

  • Medical insurance plan options

  • Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Prescription Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Health & Wellness Activities

  • Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities

  • Opportunity for advancement

Center For Family Services is a leading non-profit social services provider with locations across New Jersey. We are dedicated to making a positive and lasting impact in the lives of individuals and families. Recognized as a top workplace, our team is driven by a professional commitment to delivering high-quality care and support.

Over the past decade, we have continued to grow and evolve, expanding our services to meet the diverse and changing needs of our communities. Our comprehensive range of evidence-based and specialized programs empowers people to build brighter futures and overcome life's challenges.

With a passionate and dedicated workforce of more than 1,500 professionals, Center For Family Services is a powerful force for positive change-helping individuals and families discover vision, hope, and the strength to thrive.

Disclaimer Many positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.