The James House seeks a full-time Advocacy Services Program Manager to respond to domestic and sexual violence issues primarily through supervision/provision of direct services. By providing mission driven, client-centered, culturally relevant services through case management plans, the candidate will help clients create outcomes that address life satisfaction, hope and optimism, empowerment and knowledge about issues associated with interpersonal violence and the services available to address these issues.

Through staff supervision and direct advocacy, the Advocacy Services Program Manager will be primarily responsible for assuring client self-sufficiency and sustainable change through the following coaching and empowering strategies: (comprising 80% of her/his work time):

Exhibit congruency between the mission and values of The James House and her/his interactions with the community/clients
Respond quickly and appropriately to hotline calls from survivors, family members and friends, and other service providers
Provide advocacy-based counseling in a culturally relevant and linguistically appropriate manner
Through case management, advocate for survivors to safety plan, build support networks, process trauma, and heal from abuse

Make relevant and appropriate referrals for client’s legal, medical, financial, housing and related needs
Provide training, direction and oversight for the advocacy service program team, including staff, interns and volunteers
Coordinate and facilitate support groups for The James House clients, including children
Thoroughly understand and abide by The James House’s policies and correctly implement all procedures

Complete accurate and timely documentation and reports, including VAdata
Develop and maintain relationships with allied organizations, community members, and other service providers

In order to actively promote The James Houses mission, the Advocacy Services Program Manager will devote 20% her/his time to supporting the following activities:

Foster organizational and infrastructure development
Represent The James House on select coalitions, caucuses, and taskforces
Advocate for key policy issues
Prepare and distribute education and outreach materials
Organize and/or participate in community events, forums, training events and in cultural celebrations

Conduct basic administrative/maintenance tasks to contribute to smooth functioning of office operations

Desired Qualifications:

Education in the field of social work/health/human services

Five or more years experience with domestic violence and sexual violence advocacy-based counseling
Ability to maintain a compassionate and professional approach while working with people in crisis situations, who are of diverse ethnic, religious, national, educational, language, sexual orientation, cultural, and class backgrounds
Excellent writing, public speaking, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience in planning and conducting training programs
Excellent organizational and time management skills, including the ability to multi-task

Strong computer skills. Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher preferred

Knowledge of the Tri-Cities and surrounding counties, reliable transportation and a valid VA state driver’s license

 

Starting salary: $36,000 per year + benefits.  The position requires some local and statewide travel, and includes some night and weekend hours. The James House is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and is a drug-free, smoke-free workplace. People traditionally marginalized in the workplace are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply: Email a cover letter and resume with verifiable work history and former employer contact information to Chana Ramsey at: chana@...; or fax same to (804) 458-7823.

We will begin reviewing resumes on June 1, 2009.
The position will stay open until filled.
Position to begin as early as July 15, 2009.

 

 

Jane Clayborne, Sexual Violence Program Coordinator

                                              

 Proud Winners of The Cameron Foundation’s 2008 Cleveland A. Wright Award for Outstanding Community Service

 

 support, advocacy and education for people affected by sexual violence, domestic violence and stalking

1016 Maplewood Avenue

Hopewell, VA 23860

(804) 458-2704

 

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