Description
Family and Community Resources, Inc. (FCR) is seeking a passionate, motivated, and flexible advocate to join our community-based domestic violence program. The position requires fluency in Haitian Creole.
The mission of FCR is to provide a welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment for all survivors of trauma, including those impacted by domestic and sexual violence, substance abuse, bereavement, human trafficking and other causes. With the understanding that the aim of equality and justice is ongoing, we are committed to modeling diversity, inclusivity, and equity within our organization to reflect the communities in which we serve.
Community based domestic violence program is seeking a passionate, creative, motived, flexible person to provide a continuum of survivor-centered services to the Haitian community. Bi-lingual in Haitian Creole is a must.
Responsibilities
- crisis intervention
- safety planning
- case management
- housing assistance
- advocacy to survivors of domestic violence
- community outreach to the Haitian community and providers
Requirements
- Must have a passion for working with all kinds of people to bring about social justice and change
- Two years’ experience and understanding of trauma and working with survivors of domestic violence using an empowerment/survivor-centered model
- Experience working with child protection and criminal justice agencies a plus
- Must be able to multi-task and have excellent listening and communication skills, both written and verbal
- Valid MA driver’s license and clean driving record.
