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Victim Assistance Program

Supervisor of Advocacy Services: Domestic Relations Court

Victim Assistance Program, Akron, Ohio, United States, 44329

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Position: Supervisor of Advocacy Services: Domestic Relations Court

Location:

Summit County Domestic Relations Court

205 S High St, 2nd Fl

Akron, OH

Job Id: 138

# of Openings: 1

Job Description Title:Supervisor of Advocacy Services: Domestic Relations Court

FLSA Status:

Salary / Exempt

Job Type: FullTime

Compensation: $40,000-$50,000 annually

Day Schedule: Monday - Friday

Shift Schedule: 8:00am - 4:00pm

On-Call Requirements: Yes

SUPERVISOR OF ADVOCACY SERVICES JOB DESCRIPTION About Us: Victim Assistance Program is one of the first victim services agencies in the United States, Victim Assistance Program (VAP) is committed to building upon the foundation established by our founder in 1972. We are continually evolving, advancing, and seeking innovative ways to assist victims of crime and trauma. If you are passionate about using your skills to help create a world where all victims are supported and healed, we invite you to consider joining our team. Position: Supervisor of Advocacy Services- Domestic Relations Court

The Supervisor of Advocacy Services: Domestic Relations Court ensures victims receiving crisis and advocacy services, via phone, online, or in person, are provided with superior trauma-informed services from an advocate who is professional, trained, culturally competent, empathetic, compassionate, and resourceful.

Key Responsibilities

Provide ongoing leadership, training, and coaching tostaff, volunteers, and interns

Ensure direct reports are fulfilling their job descriptions,assigned tasks and/or projects

Engage in all required staff meetings & trainings

Assist advocates, volunteers, & interns with physical &psychological needs for themselves and/or clients

Empower staff/interns to explore solutions to problems

Develop, maintain, and foster relationships with keyentities such as the Summit County Clerk of Court staff,Domestic Relations Court staff, Summit County JuvenileCourt staff, and Summit County Sheriff Deputies

Serve as the primary point of contact for the VictimAssistance Program (VAP) within the Summit County Domestic Relations Court

Maintain knowledge of the state’s current Safe at HomeProgram, Marsy’s Law, as well as teen dating violence,domestic violence, anti-stalking protection orderprocesses and other resources available to victims

Ensure a safe, clean, healthy, and trauma-informedenvironment in the Children Who Witness Violence Drop-In Center by executing corrective actions in response tosafety interventions, maintaining regular oversight of staffworking in the room, and providing support to both staffand clients when necessary.

Assist with the hiring andtermination process of direct reports

Assist peers in covering 24/7 on call supervisoryresponsibilities including debriefingstaff/volunteers/interns

Represent the agency by leading or assisting withcollaborative projects, collaborative programs, meetings,trainings, or presentations upon request

Communicate high profile cases & significant issues tosupervisor as soon as possible 24/7

Maintain all licenses and certifications held

Maintain and advance in NACP when applicable

Adhere to MOUs with partnering agencies

Respond within 30 minutes upon request to a scene

Requirements Victim Assistance Program is committed to equipping our employees with the tools for success. We ask that you bring the following qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred)

1.5 years of social services experience is required

Must reside within 25 miles of VAPs Main office

Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle throughout the duration of employment

Experience with working effectively and proactively withservice providers, local, state, and federal entities

The skills to oversee human resource and financialmanagement matters

Demonstrate a high level of emotional maturity and resilience in handling sensitive and challengingsituations with compassion and professionalism

Exhibit strong leadership qualities by taking initiative,engage in problem solving and critical thinking practices

Ability to work in harmony with co-workers

Communicate clearly, effectively, and timely

Our facilities include an education and training space, a trauma-free room, and a fully equipped staff kitchen. We also offer a generous benefits package including:

PTO

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel

Bereavement

401(k) retirement plan with employer-matching contributions

Things to Consider Before Applying At Victim Assistance Program, we want prospective employees to be fully aware of this work's potential physical and psychological impacts. As a Victim Advocate, you may be exposed to distressing sights, sounds, and situations, such as crime scenes, photos of abuse, and recordings of violent incidents. Additionally, some situations may involve potential physical risks from victims or aggressors.

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