Career Opportunities If you’ve registered with us previously, please login now. If you’d like to register, please click the ‘Register’ link below.Username: Password: Register | Forgot your password?Related CategoriesAdvocacy, Administration Title Field Education Specialist Categories Administration Location Phoenix, AZ Job Information Field Education Specialist 51442BR Campus: Downtown Phoenix Specialist Job Description Under general supervision, the AmeriCorps Field Specialist will provide services for the School of Social Work Field Office, and report to both the Field Director and AmeriCorps Program manager. Acting as a Social Work Field Liaison the staff will oversee the internships of 35-50 students and 5-10 non-social work majors. Job Family: Generic Department Name: School Of Social Work Full-Time VP Code: VP/EXEC VICE PROV DPC Scope of Search: Open Grant Funded Position: This is a grant funded position. Continuation is contingent on future grant funding. Salary Range: $40,000 – $45,000 per year; DOE Close Date: 08-May-2019 is the initial close date; applications will continue to be accepted and reviewed every two weeks until the search is closed. Category: 02 Essential Duties The primary responsibility of this staff member includes assisting social work students who have chosen to serve as an AmeriCorps member in conjunction with their internship. Liaison responsibilities will include three in-person site visits to the community partners, documenting visits and entering grades. During the initial visit, the liaison will review the social work learning contract, discuss social work tasks, and discuss internship best practices as outlined by the Council for Social Work Education. Additionally, as an AmeriCorps Survivor Link program staff, the liaison will review the requirements for participating in national service, prohibited activities, the online timecard system and the objectives of the AmeriCorps program. After approximately 200 hours of service, the specialist will plan a second visit to monitor progress and assist with a performance evaluation given by the field instructor (site supervisor). Toward the end of a student’s term of service the AmeriCorps Field Specialist will make a final in-person visit to the site ensuring all activities in the learning contract were successfully completed and the member has completed their term of service meeting all requirements to receive their education award. Acting as a field liaison the AmeriCorps Field Specialist will provide ongoing support and contact with students and community partners assigned through their workload. Service staff will help with planning and hosting recruitment events throughout the year. Additionally, the specialist will interface with community partners and professional organizations to engage them with the AmeriCorps program and to conduct presentations and trainings on topics related to gender-based violence. An ongoing requirement will be to attend training meetings, regional meetings, webinar series, and other National Service events at the request of the AmeriCorps program coordinator. Given their unique role and the long-term objectives of the Office of Gender-Based Violence, each specialist will be trained to provide specialized training on topics related to domestic and sexual violence as a part of community outreach. Lastly, the AmeriCorps Field Specialist will be trained to interview potential AmeriCorps members and onboard new students and interested community partners into the AmeriCorps program. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment AND three (3) years of related experience; OR, Seven (7) years of related experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Desired Qualifications Evidence of an MSW with two years of post-graduate experience required. LMSW preferred but not required. Experience working an agency for a minimum of six months prior to becoming a field instructor. Experience working with domestic violence survivors, sexual assault survivors, or in a domestic violence shelter preferred. Evidence of completion of field liaison certification training – on-ground or online. Eperience as a field instructor and/or field liaison preferred. Working Environment Communicates effectively both orally and in writing to perform essential duties Professionally represents department/program/school Uses computers effectively – including inputting, reviewing and retrieving information Works collaboratively across various departments and campuses within the University Work in an office setting and use office equipment (i.e. printers, copiers, fax machines, telephones) Required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 lbs Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/are subject to resolution of conflicts Deliver presentation and training Some travel required Department Statement The School of Social Work is part of the College of Public Programs located at he Downtown Phoenix Campus. The purpose of the School of Social Work is to prepare professional social work practitioners who are committed to the enhancement of individual, family and group problem-solving capacities, and the creation of a more nurturing, just, and humane social environment. ASU Statement Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 80,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation’s fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe. ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit www.asu.edu/tobaccofree AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report Arizona State University is committed to providing safety and security resources and information for our students, faculty, staff, and visitors. In accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), ASU publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes safety and security policies and procedures, crime and fire prevention information, crime and fire statistics, and numerous resources for current and prospective students and employees. To access the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report online, visit https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. A hard copy of this report may be obtained, free of charge, by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456 or by visiting the ASU Police Department at 325 E. Apache Blvd., Tempe, Arizona, during business hours (M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Employment Verification Statement ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Background Check Statement ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check. Instructions to Apply Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated. Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position. Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position. ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated. Only electronic applications are accepted for this position. Apply via their online system here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/Home/Home?partnerid=25620&siteid=5494#jobDetails=3789828_5494. Apply Now Title BILINGUAL PROGRAM PROJECT SPECIALIST I Location Phoenix, AZ Job Information Secretary of State The mission of the Arizona Secretary of State is to never stop searching for ways to improve upon: helping people choose their leaders through fair, honest and accurate elections; letting people know what their government is doing by keeping a complete and accurate record of its actions and making that information readily available through library and records services; and helping people form businesses, record important transactions, and provide for their families. Visit our website at http://azsos.gov BILINGUAL PROGRAM PROJECT SPECIALIST I LOCATION 1700 W. Washington St. 7th Floor Phoenix, Arizona 85007 JOB SUMMARY The Address Confidentiality Program (“ACP”) allows persons who have been subjected to domestic violence offenses, sexual offenses or stalking to keep their residential, work, and school addresses confidential and not accessible to the general public. Program participants will receive a substitute address that becomes the participant’s lawful address of record. ACP is administered by the Secretary of State’s office with the non-appropriated funding source references in A.R.S. 12-116.04. In addition, the ACP receives grant monies to fund certain positions. This newly created position is solely a grant funded position. The ACP Program Project Specialist I duties consist of processing statutorily mandated activities such as the application review process, process and forward mail to participants on a bi-daily basis, providing information and problem solving with program participants, provide outreach and education, working closely with the director on trends, challenges, and successes. Also may provide training and support to state, federal, county, or city public entities to ensure awareness of Title 12 and Title 41 as to not endanger participants, which is a violation of A.R.S. 41-155 and a class 1 misdemeanor. This position is a grant funded position to assist director and coordinator on activities related to ensuring participants right to vote, right to access certain benefits from government agencies while a participant in the program. Responsibilities Include: Coordinating and administering office activities in compliance with state requirements and office processes and procedures pursuant to the Address Confidentiality Program, VOCA, and VAWA confidentiality statutes Analyzing, communicating, and problem solving participants utilization of the program; communicating and educating 3rd parties. Educating participants on right to register to vote securely, specializing in advocating and AHCCCS and MVD, on use of substitute address. Maintain electronic and paper documentation of participant files. Support outreach efforts; proxy to the executive director at public meetings with stakeholders; on-call rotation relief. Provide services in a bilingual manner. Primarily Spanish. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES Knowledge of: Knowledge of federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to domestic violence, sexual offenses, and stalking Knowledge on how to effectively provide location based safety planning. Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, Access, and other commonly used software programs and strong Internet skills. Have a working knowledge of appropriate professional demeanor and proper professional boundaries. Skill in: Strong interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication skills-ability to effectively listen and decipher needs of the caller, ask appropriate questions and facilitate productive conversation. Ability: Ability to understand and interpret complex federal and state laws, rules, regulations, procedures, and programs regarding privacy, confidentiality and data protection. Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information. Ability to interact with people who are in crisis, have disabilities, or mental health issues in an appropriate manner at all times. Ability to develop clear, concise, and pertinent procedures, policies, instructions, and manuals necessary to the operation and implementation of the program. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, state agencies, and public. Ability to maintain a high level of discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential information. Ability to be on-call (24/7) as a relief to the Executive Director. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Valid Arizona driver’s license SELECTIVE PREFERENCES Fluent in Spanish – Written and Verbal Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Social Work, or similar degree BENEFITS The State of Arizona will provide the following to you: A robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options A top-ranked retirement program with 100% employer matched contribution 10 paid holidays per year Accrued vacation and sick days An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program Work-life balance and additional options for life betterment such as: deferred compensation, credit union membership, and a wellness program Rewarding work that impacts the people of Arizona PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS If driving is a requirement, possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.) FBI background and fingerprint check is required for this position. Arizona State Government is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. Apply online through their system here. Apply Now Title Legal Advocate Categories Advocacy Location Apache Junction Job Information Legal Advocate position available at CAAFA (Community Alliance Against Family Abuse) Job Description: The Legal Advocate is responsible for providing legal advocacy services to program participants affected by domestic and sexual abuse. The Legal Advocate is responsible for providing services in a manner that builds on the strengths of the participants and their children. The Legal Advocate is not a lawyer and cannot give legal advice. This position reports to the Director of Community Services. The starting salary is $34,985-$37,170 commensurate with experience and salary history, and a 5% increase in base pay for bi-lingual English/Spanish abilities. Other benefits include health insurance coverage and generous paid time off. Responsibilities and Duties: Provide legal advocacy services to individuals affected by domestic and sexual violence; Complete intake and needs assessment of participants seeking general advocacy and community and legal advocacy services; Assist with safety planning; Facilitate outreach presentations to community members and potential clients on domestic abuse, sexual abuse, legal issues, and safety planning; Build relationships and work cooperatively with other agencies that provide legal services to victims of domestic and sexual abuse; Establish and maintain office hours for referrals and assistance; Work cooperatively with other staff members to help meet program participant basic needs; Provide assistance in completing and filing civil court documents; Provide support and accompaniment to civil, criminal, and domestic relations courts; Be willing and able to travel through Northern Pinal County and Eastern Maricopa County to deliver services; Maintain program participant files in accordance with legal and grant, complete all intakes, progress notes, and/or closures during specified time frames; Complete and assist in required weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting as needed; Attend all regularly scheduled meetings and trainings as required; and Other duties as assigned. Reports To: Director of Community Services Minimum Education Qualifications: Hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related area (Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Women’s Studies, Justice Studies, Criminal Justice, Pre-Law, etc.) or four (4) years work experience in the field of social sciences, preferably in the area of domestic or sexual abuse. Additional related work experience may substitute for education requirement. Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual English/Spanish Required Knowledge, Skill and Ability: Knowledge of domestic abuse, sexual abuse, social services, community organizations, and the legal system. Effective interviewing and crisis counseling skills; Ability to remain calm in crisis situations; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Caring, honest, and cooperative nature; Supportive, sensitive, and empathetic personality; Strong problem solving skills; Ability to be flexible; Ability to provide responsive services to a diverse population of program participants; Maintain a positive attitude; Ability to work collaboratively and independently; Ability to respect confidentiality of information learned through providing services; Consistently represent the mission and philosophy of the agency; and Maintain effective and cooperative relationships with community partners, safe home, other employees, and volunteers. If interested, please send cover letter and resume to Community Services Director, Samantha Weiss at samanthaw@caafaaz.org. Apply Now Jobs 1-3 of 13 Page 2 This job listing was created using Job Manager for WordPress, by Tom Townsend.
