Summary: The Crisis Response Team Coordinator, at the direction of and in collaboration with the Director of the Family Justice Center (FJC), has the responsibility of managing, training, developing and reporting of the Crisis Response Team implemented throughout the Union County municipalities and their police departments. This position will work closely with the FJC Director to assist in the development of a safe and confidential atmosphere for all clients of the YWCA Union County. This position is 32 hours/week.
Requirements: Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field. Should have a least two years experience working in the field of domestic violence. Must have some knowledge and understanding of domestic violence and trauma and complete 40 Hour Domestic Violence training. Must demonstrate cultural competency in experience or education. Excellent verbal and written skills a must. Must possess strong public speaking skills. Knowledge of computer programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Power Point and Excel. Must have drivers license and own car. Bilingual Spanish/English strongly preferred.
Essential Responsibilities: Coordinate with local Domestic Violence Liaison Officers (DVLO) to ensure regular utilization of CRT on all appropriate calls. Connect with DVLOs of every municipality at least bimonthly to ensure ongoing communication and engagement with CRT and go in person to all stations for onsite police training and relationship building. Recruit, screen, train and manage team of volunteers for CRT and assist with conducting 40 hr domestic violence training for all volunteers across YWCA. Respond as needed to call-outs during regular business hours. Develop and implement the yearly goals and objectives, ensure CRT program coverage, and program outcomes. Be available for evening and/or weekend hours as necessary to achieve program goals. Maintain and enter data on volunteer callouts.
Please send resume and cover letter to the Director of the Family Justice Center.
The Union County Family Justice Center (FJC) is a collaboration among existing public and private agencies in Union County, NJ, to provide support, services, and resources for victims of domestic violence, with the goal of making these services more accessible and available. The collaboration represents a true integration of services that is fully client-centered and meets the needs of clients in a holistic manner and in a single location.
Requirements: Must complete 40-hour domestic violence training. Excellent verbal and written skills. Knowledge of computer programs including but not limited to Microsoft office, PowerPoint and Excel. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
Essential Duties: The Court Advocate Volunteer will assist in providing domestic violence victims with the knowledge and support they need to successfully navigate the restraining order cases. This position will work closely with the Court Advocate and Director of the FJC.
Please send resume and cover letter to the Director of the Family Justice Center.
The Union County Family Justice Center (FJC) is a collaboration among existing public and private agencies in Union County, NJ, to provide support, services, and resources for victims of domestic violence, with the goal of making these services more accessible and available. The collaboration represents a true integration of services that is fully client-centered and meets the needs of clients in a holistic manner and in a single location. This internship is ideal for college or law students.
Requirements: Must complete 40-hour domestic violence training. Excellent verbal and written skills. Knowledge of computer programs including but not limited to Microsoft office, PowerPoint and Excel. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
Essential Duties: FJC Interns assist across all aspects of the FJC including research projects, data entry, and working directly with domestic violence victims by providing them with the knowledge and support they need to successfully navigate the restraining order cases. This position will work closely with the Court Advocate and Director of the FJC.
Please send resume and cover letter to the Director of the Family Justice Center.