NCAAR, Inc. Is Hiring A Bilingual Spanish Family Violence Risk Assessor

Join a Passionate Team Dedicated to Empowering Survivors of Domestic Violence

We are looking for a compassionate and bilingual Risk Assessor to provide critical safety assessments, service recommendations, and support to individuals escaping domestic violence — all within a flexible, supportive work environment.

Benefits & Work Environment 🏡

• Work Schedule: 35-hour workweek with no evenings or weekends 🚫🕒
• Time Off: Generous paid time off, including 13 holidays 🎉, plus health and personal leave
• Insurance & Retirement: Employer-paid dental and life insurance, open access PPO medical plan, and contributions to retirement plans 💊💼
• Additional Perks: Two weeks of paid vacation starting on your first day, mileage reimbursement for travel, and professional development opportunities 🚗📚

Key Responsibilities 🔍

• Risk assessments: Conduct Family Violence Option (FVO) evaluations, service, and waiver recommendations to promote independence and employment
• Safety Guidance: Provide clients with safety strategies, including information on legal remedies like restraining orders
• Safeguarding: Immediately alert the Director of any child safety concerns
• Emergency Intervention: Determine urgent shelter needs and coordinate with CSSA and domestic violence providers to secure safe housing
• Documentation: Record comprehensive, accurate records in electronic files, including assessments, reports, and logs
• Service Recommendations: Justify waiver needs or recommend alternative services clearly in reports
• Crisis Management: Recognize and respond to emerging client crises promptly
• Confidentiality & Ethics: Maintain client confidentiality and review signed confidentiality releases regularly
• Coordination: Communicate with DCP&P and CSSA regarding client safety, waiver, and service plans
• Community Resources Knowledge: Be familiar with domestic violence and sexual assault resources, especially for Spanish-speaking clients
• Team Engagement: Participate in monthly staff meetings and supervision sessions

Qualifications & Requirements ✅

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field and NJ Domestic Violence Specialist Certification, OR a Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or related field
• Experience: Minimum 2 years working directly with survivors of domestic violence
• Language: Professional fluency in English and Spanish (written and verbal), with the ability to translate complex safety and legal concepts effectively

Additional Information 📋

This is a hybrid remote position based in Newark, NJ, with occasional local travel for assessments. Candidates must reside in Northern NJ. Mileage is reimbursed.

Salary & Application Details 💰

• Salary Range: $50,000 – $54,000 annually
• Sign-On Bonus: $2,500
• Benefits: 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, flexible schedule, paid time off, and more

Note: We are only accepting applications from candidates who meet our qualifications. No phone calls or staffing agencies, please.

Application Questions 📝

• Do you have a Bachelor’s in social work (or related field) and a NJ Domestic Violence Specialist Certification? If not, do you currently hold a Master’s degree?
• Do you have at least 2 years of experience working directly with survivors of domestic violence?
• Are you fluent in Spanish (written and verbal)?

Work Location 📍

Hybrid remote position based in Newark, NJ 07102.