Advocacy Coordinator – Domestic Violence Services

Job overview

The Advocacy Coordinator – Domestic Violence Services works onsite in Niagara Falls, NY. Compensation is $22.15–$24.00 per hour. The role supports Passage Domestic Violence Services at Pinnacle Community Services. The coordinator oversees advocacy services for families affected by domestic violence. The role contributes to client safety and access to support through assessment, safety planning, community referrals, group facilitation, staff coordination, and community education.

What you'll do

• Provide community advocacy and safety planning
• assess client and family needs and establish service goals
• coordinate shelter and non-residential advocacy staff and groups
• educate clients about advocacy and community services
• attend court and social services proceedings for client advocacy as appropriate
• facilitate support and education groups
• coordinate hotline coverage and emergent client needs
• maintain client files and statistics
• recruit, train, and supervise interns.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

advocacy coordinator

domestic violence services

family violence

safety planning

community advocacy

client support

niagara falls ny

pinnacle community services

$22.15-$24.00 per hour

35 hours per week

mileage reimbursement

health insurance

paid time off

401(k)

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health insurance with HRA, vision and dental plans, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, disability and life insurance, 401(k), mileage reimbursement, paid time off, holidays, wellness day, and training.

Why this role

A master’s degree in social work is preferred; a bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field with three or more years of direct service experience may be considered. Requires a valid New York driver’s license and use of a personal vehicle during work hours. Position is 35 hours per week.

About the employer

Pinnacle Community Services, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.