Domestic Violence Advocate - Bilingual - Residential Services

Domestic Violence Advocate - Bilingual - Residential Services

Join to apply for the Domestic Violence Advocate - Bilingual - Residential Services role at Safe House Denver, Inc.

Safe House Denver has been around for 47 years, and we are on a mission to improve the lives of domestic violence survivors. We provide a safe space where survivors are believed, supported, and trusted.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Respond to callers on Safe House Denver’s 24‑hour Crisis & Information Line, providing emotional support, crisis intervention, de‑escalation, information and education, safety planning, and referrals.
• Provide initial intake of new residents: orient, assess needs, plan, safety plan, emotional support, and crisis intervention.
• Deliver short‑term individual advocacy, counseling, safety planning, crisis intervention, case management, and support for adult residents and children.
• Maintain accurate record keeping and charting.
• Demonstrate initiative for service quality, improvement, program development, problem resolution, and outreach.
• Support shift, on‑call, and team requirements, including weekend coverage and on‑call response within 15 minutes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Bilingual in Spanish.
• Three years of experience in human services or related field; 2 years of crisis intervention, case management, and advocacy.
• Excellent written and oral communication, time management, organization.
• Attentive, responsive, proactive, detail oriented, technical aptitude, MS Office proficiency.
• Passion for Safe House Denver mission and knowledge of domestic violence, trauma‑informed services, empowerment models.

What We Offer:

• $24–$27 hourly rate, negotiable; full‑time, non‑exempt; performance evaluation and merit increase after one year.
• 40 hours/week with schedule flexibility and on‑call rotation.
• Benefits: generous paid time off, health insurance coverage (90%+ paid by employer), professional development, supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to make an impact and join a movement to help survivors.

How to Apply:

• Send resume, cover letter, and personal mission statement to Jameson Kapinos at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Indicate DVA‑Residential Services in the subject line.
• Safe House Denver is committed to diversity in the workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome individuals of all backgrounds.