Domestic Violence Housing Counselor- Homeless & Housing Support Services

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direction of the Housing Support Services Program Manager, the Domestic Violence Counselor will:
Be responsible for the coordination, planning, implementation, and execution of the California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) domestic violence program and its services.
Provide victims of domestic violence, gang violence, or human trafficking with a comprehensive array of services, which will include intake and assessments, case management, domestic violence education, parent education, linkages, resources, advocacy, life skills, shelter assistance, counseling, employment activities, and financial literacy.
Provide one-on-one counseling sessions and group sessions, both telehealth and in-person.
Conduct housing readiness assessments and make recommendations for programs based on assessments and clients needs.
Services to be provided throughout the communities of Service Planning Area 7.
Develop, build, and maintain effective working relationships with partnering agencies.
Provide trauma-informed services, appropriate to the needs of DV survivors.
Provide workshops or presentations to provide awareness and education to the community.
Assist with outreach efforts and attend outreach events
Attend all individual and team program meetings and required trainings.
Attend any external county meetings required by contracts
Maintain appropriate program documentation and record information for evaluation and reporting purposes.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors degree in a human services field or equivalent and relevant work experience.
2 years of experience working with victims/survivors of violence.
40-hour Domestic Violence Certification
Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Permanent U.S. residency or citizenship.
Valid California Drivers license, current auto insurance, and good driving record.
Ability to pass background check and criminal clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Experience in working in a community-based organization.
Experience in working with data base programs (such as Clarity HMIS, Exym and CHAMP).
Knowledge of Southeast Los Angeles County.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made, if requested, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
HYC Provides:
Health, Vision and Dental Insurance Coverage

HYC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, GENDER, GENDER IDENTITY, GENDER EXPRESSION, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, MARITAL STATUS, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, MILITARY OR VETERAN STATUS, PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY (INCLUDING HIV AND AIDS), GENETIC INFORMATION, SEX (INCLUDES PREGNANCY) OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROTECTED BY LAW.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

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