Employment Opportunities

Provide individual counseling, group counseling, and advocacy services to survivors of domestic violence, including answering the hotline, working with victims to identify safety issues and developing safety plans, assisting with the Protection from Abuse process, and filing compensation claims. Situations are defined as domestic violence under the Protection from Abuse Act (23 PA. C. S Section 6101 et seq.). Provision of these services will model a framework with emphasis on empowerment. 

JOB REQUIRMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree (Social Work preferred) and/or experience in social work or human services, legal issues or law enforcement, as well as knowledge of domestic violence.

• Valid PA driver’s license, use of personal vehicle, and proof of insurance.
• Availability to be on-call and travel within the county.
• Ability to deal effectively with crisis situations, communicate clearly both orally and in writing, exercise professional judgment, make independent decisions and maintain client confidentiality.
• Successfully complete 3-month probationary period.
• No record of child abuse or criminal history.

Position requires clearances. Pays $38-$40/year. EOE. 

To apply: 

Apply online: https://www.indeed.com/job/counseloradvocate-04cc82b27542e21a.  

Or you can send cover letter and resume by email or mail to:

DVSCP
P.O. Box 1039
Carlisle, PA 17013
Fax: 717-258-1677
Email: info@dvscp.org

Provide weeknight, weekends, and holiday coverage of the agency’s emergency shelter, including supervision of the shelter residents, answering the hotline and coordinating with back-up staff to ensure the safety and security of the shelter and its residents. 

This position will involve direct services, record keeping, facility maintenance, and a 40-hour paid domestic violence training.

Position requires clearances. Pays $15/hour.

EOE. Send cover letter and resume by email or mail to:

DVSCP
P.O. Box 1039
Carlisle, PA 17013
Fax: 717-258-1677
Email: info@dvscp.org