Jacqueline Ares
Palm Bay
Summary
Dedicated victim advocate provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Domestic Violence Victim Advocate-Lead
Women's Center Of Brevard
08.2006 - Current
- Enhanced victim safety by providing comprehensive support services and resources.
- Developed individualized safety plans for clients, resulting in increased personal security and autonomy.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and legal professionals to ensure timely and effective advocacy for domestic violence victims.
- Provided crisis intervention services, reducing trauma symptoms among victims in immediate need.
- Maintained detailed case records, contributing to efficient case management processes and improved outcomes for clients.
- Conducted thorough case assessments, ensuring the appropriate allocation of resources and referrals for each client.
- Increased community awareness about domestic violence by organizing outreach events and educational workshops.
- Assisted clients in obtaining protective orders, facilitating their access to crucial legal protections against abusers.
- Offered emotional support to victims during court proceedings, providing a calming presence in high-stress situations.
- Connected clients with essential social services such as housing assistance, financial aid, and mental health counseling.
- Trained new advocates on best practices for supporting domestic violence survivors effectively and compassionately.
- Built strong relationships with local shelters, increasing the availability of safe housing options for clients in need.
- Advocated on behalf of clients during multi-disciplinary team meetings, ensuring that all relevant agencies were informed about their needs and concerns.
- Evaluated program performance regularly by collecting data on service delivery effectiveness, leading to continuous improvement in service provision.
- Promoted a culture of self-care among staff and volunteers, fostering a healthy work environment that prioritized the well-being of both clients and service providers.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bellport Senior High School
Brookhaven, NYSkills
- Shelter Arrangements
- Public Speaking
- Self-Care Practices
- Client Confidentiality
- Organizational Skills
- Mental Health Awareness
- Decision Making
- Case Management
- Community Outreach
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Volunteer Coordination
- Problem Solving
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Empathy and Compassion
- Safety Planning
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Domestic Violence Victim Advocate-Lead
Women's Center Of Brevard
08.2006 - Current
High School Diploma -
Bellport Senior High School
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