Family Justice Center Intervention Coordinator - Bilingual

The Family Justice Center Intervention Coordinator works directly with the Assistant Director of Community & Court Services to implement new family justice center work in the Greater Cincinnati area.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate with staff at Family Justice Center sites.
• Conduct domestic violence/sexual assault/dating violence and stalking screen for Family Justice Center clients.
• Provide appropriate referrals for service provision for all clients at Family Justice Center.
• Assist in technical assistance and training for local law enforcement and other related community partners.
• Serve as liaison between partner agencies and the YWCA in Family Justice Center Work.
• Provide accurate and timely referrals to Legal Aid Immigration Team.
• Provide direct service and advocacy to all survivors of abuse at Family Justice Center.
• All services should be delivered with the underlying focus of how these services and the individuals receiving them are impacted by racial inequities.
• Conduct community & system wide education for immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence and stalking.
• Aid in implementation process of ex-parte hearings for Family Justice Center clients.
• Assist clients with court hearings and proceedings when necessary and appropriate. Includes attending hearings.
• Conduct risk/lethality assessment for all clients at Family Justice Center.
• Enhance the work of the Family Justice Center through community support groups.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Clerical/General Administrative

• Responds to routine email, phone calls, etc.
• Makes copies, prints documents, etc.
• Maintains accurate and thorough client files and database entry
• Files paperwork

Key Relationships

• Interacts with Assistant Director of Community & Court Services, other YWCA staff, FJC community partners, volunteers, interns, and other social service providers and community members.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to advocacy or human services or a combination of education and experiences.

Skills/Specialized Knowledge/Abilities

• Political and social sensitivity·
• Knowledge on immigration/refugee issues as relates to domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence and stalking advocacy·
• Bilingual
• Must be flexible with ability to apply mature judgement and confidence with an understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence·
• Must be reliable and able to work independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organizational and project planning skills
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse socioeconomic and ethnic/racial backgrounds Ability to maintain highest confidentiality standards according to social service best practices, relevant licensing mandates and policies of the YWCA Greater Cincinnati.
• Able to adhere to the YWCA Greater Cincinnati and Department of Justice, Office on Violence against Women & Violence against Women Act policies on confidentiality and code of ethics
• Ability to reflect the YWCA mission to empower women and eliminate racism in work performance

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working Hours/Environment

• Full time
• Flexible hybrid schedule (1-3 days per week) with on-site and at-home work
• Some work will be conducted at community locations.

Tools and Equipment Used

• Personal computer, copier, fax/scanner, phone, and other typical office equipment

Travel

• As required with respect to job responsibilities and business needs.

Physical & Mental Demands

The physical and mental demands described her are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to sit at a desk/workstation for long periods of time
• Ability to work at a computer terminal for extended periods of time
• Digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipment
• Light lifting and carrying of supplies, files, etc.
• Ability to speak and hear employees/clients via phone or in person
• Body motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move around the office environment or to be physically present at community outreach events and training opportunities.
• Ability to analyze sourcing data, benefits and other reports and make recommendations.
• Additional Mental Requirements: compare, decide, direct, problem solve, analyze, instruct, interpret

This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. This job description is not intended and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or work conditions associated with the job. Furthermore, the employer reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Cincinnati, OH 45202: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person