DescriptionDART ADVOCATE/PROGRAM COORDINATOR (Home Visiting Initiative)Reports to: The Director of Programs for the Delta Assault Response Team (DART) Program for Issaquena, Leflore, Sharkey, Warren, and Yazoo Counties. SUMMARY: The DART Advocate/Program Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the implementation and operations of services associated with Delta Health Alliance programs. MIMIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- This position requires a bachelor's Level Social Work degree with two (2) years of experience as a social worker in the Mississippi Delta.
- Must have experience providing guidance and services to consumers and have familiarity with local health and social resources.
- Three years or more residence in the county to be served and a license in social work is preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with computer literacy required.
- Valid driver's license and automobile insurance
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Assist DHA families in the program counties by providing advocacy services and support to survivors of relationship violence, stalking, and sexual assault or abuse and their dependents.
- Establish additional partnerships in the specified counties to enhance the services provided by the program.
- Collaborate with clinics, law enforcement, courts, hospitals and social resource coordinators and DHA staff and partners with primary responsibilities related to family dynamics.
- Refer clients to other agencies and resources and advocate directly with other agencies as needed to help client access necessary services. Maintain service partnerships with referral agencies.
- Assess immediate crisis needs of clients and address appropriately. Manage incoming calls and walk-ins and complete necessary documentation. Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, legal advocacy and court accompaniment for DART victims.
- Provide information about rights and options, assistance with restraining order paperwork, shelter placement and resource navigation.
- Educate clients about dynamics of domestic violence and sexual assault and options/resources available.
- Complete and maintain client records that document services provided.
- Continue to follow DART clients for a period of 2-6 months to ensure that they continue to have their needs addressed and maintain access to services needed.
- Assist families with benefit enrollment while enrolling participants and families in ETO and maintaining ETO.
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Assist with the development of reports and other required documents as needed.
- Coordinate the available resources to serve families, including follow-up and referral services.
- Participate in staff meetings, case conferences and other meetings as needed.
- Provide crisis line and office coverage. This position requires the advocate to be on-call on a rotating basis.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Statement of Non-Inclusivity: This job description is not to be construed as a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities that may be given to any employee. The duties and responsibilities outlined in this position may be added to or changed when deemed appropriate and necessary by the supervisor.