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Child & Family Service lists this Domestic Violence Specialist II TSN opportunity in hilo, Hawaii. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Domestic Violence Specialist II TSN
Temporary Status Non-Exempt Hilo, HI, US
Established in 1899, Child & Family Service (CFS) is a community-based organization with a mission of strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children. CFS has been a fierce advocate for children and families in the midst of social injustices and inequalities. Our statewide support, counseling, and therapeutic programs help individuals and families heal from trauma, prevent abuse and neglect, and can break the cycle of generational poverty.
MISSION STATEMENT
Strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children.
OUR VISION
Healthy, thriving individuals and families building strong, multicultural communities across generations.
OUR VALUES
HOPE values:H umility, O wnership,P erseverance,E ngagement
We offer an extensive array of benefits for our employee including paid time off, preventative health care paid time off, birthday floating holiday, volunteer floating holiday, 16 Paid Holidays in a Year (17 in an Election Year), Medical/Dental/Vision/RX plans, Opt-out incentive, 401(k), flexible spending plans, & more.
Come join Child & Family Service and help us serve thousands in our communities!
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
The Domestic Violence (DV) Specialist II is primarily responsible for providing direct services to participants who are involved in domestic/family violence working with a high-risk population due to the criminal nature of domestic violence. T his role is 15 hours per week.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Four-Year College Degree from a school accredited by a recognized accrediting agency - general major. Requires basic knowledge or training in a specialized or technical field or trade, such as social work, professional accounting, finance, business administration, and marketing.
Other (Specify): Two years of experience providing domestic violence services required.
EXPERIENCE
Over two years, up to and including four years.
Other (Specify): Two years of experience providing domestic violence services required.
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Knowledge and experience in the area of building healthy relationships.
Ability to diffuse potentially hostile clients.
Basic skills and experience in facilitating groups.
Awareness of cultural and gender bias/issues.
Requires contact with offenders and/or an aggressive (high risk) population.
OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS
This job requires a valid Hawaii driver's license, a clear driver's abstract, and willingness to travel in personal vehicle on an as-needed basis throughout the island.
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and continued employment is contingent on a record clear of convictions.
Continued employment in this position is contingent on successful completion of CPI classes OR other Behavioral Management certification as may be contract-mandated.
Requires contacts both inside and outside the organization in order to furnish or obtain information and/or provide participant services. Normal courtesy, tact and discretion required.
At Child & Family Service, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We apply this to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, transfer, leave of absence and termination.
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Worksite address
hilo, HI, 96721, US
Who can apply
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