Domestic Violence Specialist II - Domestic Abuse Shelter (Part-time)

Child and Family Service

  • Hilo, HI
  • $23.83 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
Established in 1899, Child & Family Service (CFS) is a community-based organization with a mission of strengthening families and fostering the healthy development children. CFS has been a fierce advocate for children and families in the midst of social injustices and inequalities. Our statewide support, counseling, and therapeutic programs help individuals and families heal from trauma, prevent abuse and neglect, and can break the cycle of generational poverty.OUR MISSIONStrengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children.OUR VISIONHealthy, thriving individuals and families building strong, multi-cultural communities across generations.OUR VALUESHOPE values: Humility, Ownership, Perseverance, EngagementWe offer an extensive array of benefits for our employee including paid time off, preventative health care paid time off, birthday floating holiday, volunteer floating holiday, 15 Paid Holidays in a Year (16 in an Election Year), Medical/Dental/Vision/RX plans, Opt-out incentive, 401(k), flexible spending plans, & more.Come join Child & Family Service and help us serve thousands in our communities!SUMMARY OF DUTIESThe Domestic Violence Specialist II is responsible for providing direct services to clients who are involved in domestic/family violence working with a high-risk population due to the criminal nature of domestic violence.*This position must be available to work Monday-Friday and on weekends between 8:00am to 4:00pm and/or between 4:00pm to 12:00amEDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's Degree in social work or human services preferred. A bachelor's degree in another discipline may be substituted with appropriate experience in dealing with domestic violence or a related field.
EXPERIENCE
  • Two years plus. One-year experience in domestic violence or related field preferred. Knowledge and experience in the area of building healthy relationships. Excellent assertive communication skills. Ability to diffuse potentially hostile clients. Basic skills and experience in facilitating groups. Awareness of cultural and gender bias/issues. Requires contact with offenders and/or an aggressive (high risk) population.
At Child & Family Service, we value and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We apply this to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, transfer, leave of absence, and termination.

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