Job Summary:
The Domestic Violence Center of Howard County offers innovative and comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence. The Residential Department invites applications for the position of Part-time Client Support Counselor. The successful candidate will work Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings from 3:00-11:00 pm. We offer overtime pay and double pay for holidays.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provide support and advocacy to clients residing in our safe house through crisis counseling, on-going case management, referrals to community resources, and daily interaction.
Assist clients in setting and attaining goals towards a life free of violence.
Develop and implement programs and workshops to meet the educational and personal developmental needs of the clients.
Provide coverage and support on our 24-hour helpline and assess callers seeking shelter.
Qualifications:High High School Diploma required; Bachelors Degree preferred. Prior experience in domestic violence, crisis intervention, and/or working in a residential setting helpful. Position requires excellent interpersonal communication skills, the ability to work both collaboratively and independently, and a strong passion for helping people in crisis. Bilingual skills are desirable.
Hourly Rate: $13.75
Apply: Applicants must submit a letter of interest and complete resume to:
Heather Brantner, MS
Director of Residential Programs
Domestic Violence Center
5457 Twin Knolls Road, Suite 310
Columbia, MD 21045
Fax # 410-997-1397
E-mail hbrantner@dvcenter.org (MS Word format only)
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
