Survivor Advocate

Caminar Latino is located in Atlanta, Georgia, and has worked with Latino families in Atlanta for 32 years. Caminar Latino creates opportunities for Latino families to transform their lives and communities and works to change the social conditions that give rise to violence. In 2018, Caminar Latino and Latinos United for Peace and Equity joined forces to launch a comprehensive approach toward integrating anti-oppression into organizational efforts. Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to learning, self-reflection and cultural humility. Caminar Latino is currently seeking a Full-Time Family Advocate who will work in partnership with advocates and facilitators working with families affected by violence.

Title: Survivor Advocate

Approximately 40 hours each week

Reports to: Co-CEO

General Purpose

To provide support and resources to Latina/o survivors of Domestic Violence

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule
• Retirement plan
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance                                                                                                         *Waiting period may apply | Only full-time employees eligible

• Provide support to other Advocates
• Facilitate one of the weekly support groups for Latina Survivors
• Provide direct services for survivors
• On-going case management
• Court accompaniment
• Assistance with Temporary Protective Orders
• Referrals to shelters, legal services, and counseling services
• Interpretation
• Meet with advocates on a weekly basis
• Attend weekly team meetings
• Monitor progress of participants
• Prepare correspondence for DFCS, Courts, or other agencies when needed
• Complete necessary paperwork for each of the participants (i.e. client intake sheet.)
• Maintain records for program participants
• Attend local and state trainings about domestic violence and other related topics
• Participate in outreach initiatives/trainings in the community
• Other duties as needed

Education & Experience

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent but College degree preferred
• Mastery of computer programs such as Microsoft Office and internet skills including use of e-mails, group messaging and information gathering

Key Competencies

• Organization and planning skills
• Work management and prioritizing skills
• Verbal and written communication skills in both Spanish and English
• Problem solving ability
• Attention to detail
• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish
• Accuracy
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Teamwork

*The above statements are not intended to encompass all functions and qualifications of this position; rather, they are intended to provide a general framework of the requirements of the position. Location Hybrid – Employees will be able to work remotely as well as be required to work in the office at least one day a week Reports To Co-CEO   Job Type Full-time – Approximately 40 hours each week Schedule 8 hour shift – Monday to Friday Benefits  

Working Conditions

Caminar Latino strives for a fully inclusive work environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or marital status.

The above statements are not intended to encompass all functions and qualifications of this position; rather, they are intended to provide a general framework of the requirements of the position.

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Innovative -- innovative and risk-taking
• People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
• Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Virtual meetings

This Job Is:

• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Work Remotely

• Temporarily due to COVID-19