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Community Advocate
Location:
Columbus, OH
Description:
Community Advocate Full Time | Day Shift | Monday - Friday ** SIGN ON BONUS UP TO $2,500! ** Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is currently seeking a Community Advocate for CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence in Columbus, Ohio. LSS CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence has been the sole resource for victims seeking shelter in Franklin County for more than four decades, providing a Temporary Emergency Shelter, 24-Hour Crisis Hotline, DV Counseling, Legal Advocacy, Peer Support Groups and more. The ideal candidate will share Our Mission : Creating a better world by serving people in need. What will I do as a Community Advocate with Lutheran Social Services? Work with clients to develop action-oriented goal plans with a focus on safety and stabilization as well as resolving the unique challenges and needs of each client's circumstances, operating from a trauma-informed and community advocacy approach. Implement planning practices that reflect client strengths, needs, responsibilities and action steps to help them achieve their goals. Monitor and evaluate progress throughout the goal attainment process, adjusting as needed. Assist clients with referral and linkage to community-based social service and support systems that promote strengthening safety and stability. Refer clients to partner agencies and community resources that benefit their goals. Gather information from the larger community, creating working relationships and disseminating information. Maintain clear and accurate case notes and data reports, carefully documenting all client contact and interactions. Provide various client groups services, as needed. Participate in all appropriate agency meetings, working with colleagues toward positive client outcomes. Contribute to an atmosphere of safety, respect, dignity, support, and resources through adherence to the CHOICES Code of Ethics and Confidentiality Agreements Requirements for a Community Advocate with Lutheran Social Services: Bachelor's degree in social work or related field preferred or equivalent experience required. LSW preferred. Experience with Crisis Intervention, Case Management and Advocacy. Commitment and ability to work as a team with diverse staff, volunteers, and clients; using a Trauma-informed Care, approach, preferred. Knowledge of DV, community resources and ability to engage clients experiencing trauma. Sensitivity to the needs of agency clients and ability to maintain confidentiality. Knowledge of human service delivery systems and systems advocacy Knowledge of basic computer skills Valid Ohio driver's license, access to reliable insured transportation and ability to meet LSS insurance standards required. As one of the largest non-for-profits in Central Ohio, we value our employees. Our excellence is based upon team members dedicated to a fulfilling career and committed to the service of others. Benefits with Lutheran Social Services: Health insurance with 4-plan options! Tuition Reimbursement Program 403(b) retirement plan with employer matched savings Dental and Vision insurance Medical and Childcare Flexible Spending (FSA) Health Savings Account PTO and 12 Paid Holidays Opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals & the community. About Lutheran Social Services: We put our Mission of Service into action. Every day LSS serves thousands of people in 27 Ohio counties by addressing the four core societal issues of food, shelter, safety, and healing . LSS offers Food Pantries, housing and supportive services through homeless shelters, domestic violence services, senior living and health care, affordable housing communities, and other services that uplift families and strengthen communities. Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is committed to being an equal opportunity employer.
Company:
Lutheran Social Services Of Central Ohio
Industry:
Community & Social Services
Posted:
January 25 on ApplicantList
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