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Advocate

JOB OVERVIEW:
Are you a compassionate listener with a strong knowledge of social services? Join our dedicated team at The GreenHouse! The Advocate role involves providing crucial advocacy, crisis support, and case management services to child victims of abuse and neglect, as well as their families and caregivers. Day-to-day responsibilities include guiding caregivers through the process of working with The GreenHouse, law enforcement, and the Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) during investigations. Advocates also facilitate connections to community resources tailored to each family’s needs. Administrative duties include preparing client intake reports and entering data into our database. 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

  • A degree (BA/BS) and/or related job experience in child development, education, forensic psychology, mental health, or a related field; or relevant work experience.

  • At least one (1) year of practical experience working with children and families.

  • Experience in child abuse, sexual assault, child protective services, law enforcement, or domestic violence is a plus.

  • Ability to think quickly and adapt to meet client needs.

  • Candidates must demonstrate empathy for families experiencing trauma, exceptional interpersonal skills, meticulous organizational abilities, and proficiency in technology.

  • Proficiency in Spanish is highly desired

Click here to read the full job description.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED:
Please submit a resume and cover letter to jlatour@greenhousecacsac.org by Friday, August 30, 2024. 

The GreenHouse is an equal-opportunity employer.

 

All positions at the GreenHouse Child Advocacy and Sexual Assault Center require consistent and complete compliance with the Children’s Advocacy Centers of Georgia (CACGA) and the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) standards. All candidates must be eligible to legally work in the United States and be verified through E-Verify, submit to a criminal background check, and are subject to drug screening prior to employment with The GreenHouse.

Contact Us

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 983

Dalton, GA 30722

Contact

Office: (706) 278-4769

Fax: (706) 279-3141

Email

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