Domestic Violence Therapist

Bay Area Women's Center seeks a Domestic Violence Therapist to join our team.

At BAWC, we value work-life balance and offer a 32-hour full-time workweek. You'll have the opportunity for personal and professional growth, and most importantly, you'll be part of an amazing, diverse team working together to influence societal change that saves lives every day.

As part of our commitment to our employees, BAWC provides an exceptional benefits package. This includes staff wellness programs, platinum-level health care, and more than three weeks of paid time off in your first year, ensuring your well-being and time for self-care. Staff also enjoy paid lunches, eleven paid holidays, a paid day off in the month of your birthday, AD&D/Life/LTD insurance, and a matching retirement option.

Bay Area Women's Center stands as a beacon of hope and support for individuals facing domestic and sexual violence. The center offers a safe haven and a range of vital services, from emergency shelter to counseling, ensuring that every person in need receives the care and assistance necessary to rebuild and empower their lives.

The DV Therapist plays a vital role in a survivor’s healing process. The ideal candidate is compassionate, exhibits empathy, and has experience in crisis intervention and group facilitation. Knowledge of domestic/family violence and trauma-informed practices is preferred but not required. On-the-job training will be provided. A master's degree in social work/human services is preferred, with licensing or the ability to apply for licensing through the MI Dept. of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs.

The clientele of the DV Therapist is primarily survivors of domestic violence, but the individual will occasionally work with survivors of sexual assault. This position works first shift hours, participates in on-call coverage, and works with the team to cover open shifts and holidays when necessary.

BAWC does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, gender identification/expression, sexual orientation/expression, partisan considerations, genetic information, or any protected class.

Applicants wishing to be considered must submit a resume to apply.

Specific Duties:

• Provide crisis intervention, counseling, advocacy, and therapy for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault/abuse.
• Facilitate support groups for victims of domestic violence or abuse.
• Continually evaluate and report on the Domestic Violence Services Program.
• Participate in the rotating SANE and Pediatric SANE Program on-call duties.
• Participate in crisis hotline coverage and residential support needs.
• Participate in the development of programming within the agency and community that increases intervention services to victims of sexual assault and abuse and their families.
• Attend training to continually increase knowledge and skills.
• Participate in training of volunteers and students working with domestic violence and sexual assault victims.
• Maintain ongoing, positive communication and collaborative efforts within the community.
• Participate in the community outreach and response teams/committees.
• Maintain current referral resources for staff, volunteers, and clients.
• Participate in community awareness activities/events when required and necessary.
• Ensure confidentiality and accuracy of client files.
• Compile, maintain, and report statistical data as required and necessary.

This is only an outline of responsibilities and should not be considered all-encompassing. The nature of the position may expose the employee to sensitive and graphic subject matter.

Requirements

• Preferred: A master’s degree in human services, social work, or psychology with licensure or the ability to apply for licensure through the MI Dept. of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs, Bureau of Professional Licensing.
• Consideration may be given to students with at least one year of course completion under a human services, social work, or psychology master’s degree program.
• Ability to work independently, with outstanding organizational skills.
• Skills in program development/program management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Able and willing to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to be non-judgmental and to work with a diverse population.
• Ability to lift 20 pounds on occasion.
• Able to travel within the service area and the state.
• Able to safely operate office machines and shelter appliances/equipment.
• Successful candidates are subject to Central Registry Clearance and criminal background screening.

Benefits

• Short Workweeks: A 32-hour work week for full-time staff; overtime at time & one-half pay if working past 32 hours.
• ·Shift Premium: An additional $5 per hour premium if working between 10pm and 6am.
• Paid Lunches: No need to clock out for lunch.
• Birthday Leave: An extra day off to celebrate your special day.
• Staff Wellness Programs: Initiatives to promote physical and mental health.
• Paid Time Off: Over three weeks of leave in the first year for rest and rejuvenation. Increased accruals based on tenure.
• Paid Holidays: Eleven days throughout the year to celebrate national holidays.
• Platinum-Level Health Care: Premium, zero-deductible medical coverage for employees.
• Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive AD&D, Life, and LTD insurance policies.
• Retirement Plan: 3% salary matching contribution to your retirement savings.

This is a non-exempt, full-time, 32-hours per week position starting at $22.25 - $23.25 per hour.

We are hiring for multiple positions. See our other postings for Crisis Hotline Advocate, Crisis Intervention Specialist, and Residential Case Manager.