Are you looking to make a real difference in the lives of others? Join the Catholic Charities team! For the last 100 years, we have had the distinct honor to provide help and hope for those in need. At Catholic Charities, our mission is to empower individuals and strengthen families. We do this through our vital programs including a food pantry, counseling services, emergency family shelter, domestic violence and sexual assault programming and refugee resettlement. We care for the dignity of the person, regardless of background and strive to provide unparalleled support for those in need.
The Catholic Charities’ Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault program provides services to anyone faced with these issues through a 24-hour crisis phone line, emergency shelter, court advocacy and much more. This program is based in Council Bluffs, Iowa and serves nine counties in southwest Iowa: Audubon, Cass, Fremont, Harrison, Mills, Montgomery, Page, Pottawattamie, and Shelby. Our on-site emergency shelter provides a safe, confidential living for up to eight families at a time.
The Domestic Violence Advocate will work closely with the Domestic Violence Coordinator and team to plan and provide outreach and services to domestic violence survivors in southwest Iowa. This position travels in our nine county service area on a regular basis to provide in-person advocacy and requires occasional evening and weekend hours.
We Offer
- Competitive pay
- 35-hour workweek
- Generous vacation and sick pay*
- 14 paid holidays*
- Paid Parental Leave*
- Tuition Reimbursement*
- Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flex Spending Plans*
- Employer-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance*
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
- A supportive and uplifting working environment
*Benefits are available for full-time employees and may be subject to waiting period.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate presentations on domestic violence and sexual assault to educate and build awareness.
- Advocate on behalf of clients and their children who are affected by domestic violence and sexual assault.
- Build relationships with community professionals and organizations and participate in community outreach events.
- Assist survivors in arranging appropriate shelter, transportation and other needs.
- Aid in group domestic violence education in the nine-county service areas.
