Victim Advocate, Domestic Violence PRN

At the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), we are creating a better state of care, for our communities and our team members at more than 150 locations across Maryland.

UMMS believes all team members are caregivers—and we support our caregivers so they can care for our patients. When you join UMMS, you become part of a highly reliable community of more than 27,000, where your experience is respected, your expertise is recognized, and your passion and curiosity are nurtured. A generous benefits package supports your physical, mental, and financial health through a paid time off plan, comprehensive health coverage, dependent care and tuition reimbursement, retirement plan, wellbeing services and more.

UMMS embraces a just culture where all team members are treated fairly and are empowered to communicate their goals and pursue their full career potential. We are guided by our shared values—compassion, discovery, excellence, diversity and integrity—and we are looking for talented individuals who will embrace those values and help us achieve our mission and vision.

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Victim Advocate, Domestic Violence PRN

Job ID: REF40256L

Area of Interest: Nursing Support

Location: Largo,MD US

Hours of Work: Rotating

Job Facility: University Of Maryland Capital Region Health

Employment Type: Per Diem

Shift: Rotating

Company Description

At UM Capital Region Health, we’re about to changeUP everything with the opening of our new hospital in Spring 2021!

Located in Largo in the heart of Prince George’s County, our new state-of-the-art regional medical center (UM Capital Region Medical Center) will provide improved access to primary and ambulatory care services, and serve as a tertiary care center for critically ill patients. In addition, our new space will allow us to expand our offerings as a community partner to help improve the health status of Prince George’s County residents.

Job Description

Provides advocacy and crisis intervention to victims, survivors, and stakeholders effected by sexual and domestic violence. Conducts intakes/assessments/consultations, provides information and establishes appropriate disposition, referrals, and follow-up to patients and impacted members of the community.

Qualifications

Education/Knowledge 

  • Attained Level: Formal
  • Preferred: Course work in crisis intervention and grief counseling
  • Completed Course Work/Program: Associate’s Degree in Health Education, Social Work or related field

Applicable Experience

  • Experience (years): Required: 1 – 3 years
  • Preferred: 3 – 5 years
  • Experience (describe required & preferred): Minimum of 1 year in crisis intervention and mental health counseling required. Experience summarizing patient information and documenting psychosocial findings and other patient interactions.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation: