General Description

The Outreach and Resource Coordinator will raise awareness of domestic violence through various outreach activities, coordinate volunteer activities, develop resources and assist with client referrals.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate outreach events throughout refugee and immigrant communities. 
• Raising awareness of domestic violence through different outreach efforts 
• Developing and disseminating multilingual outreach materials within the various Immigrant communities
• Facilitate legal and social service referrals between clients and partner organizations.
• Engage in community outreach through presentations to legal and social service organizations, community stakeholders, and schools to help build a network of partners for helping victims of Domestic violence in the State of Georgia.
• Volunteer coordination and interviews. 
• Soliciting and coordinating donations as needed for clients.
• Make referrals and link survivors with appropriate resources.
• Adhere to organization policies and work rules, including confidentiality and code of ethics. 
• Engage with domestic violence providers to coordinate service delivery and identify/address issues that have an impact on victims.
• Abide by professional confidentiality guidelines of organization.
• Provide support to Tapestri staff, including assistance with written/verbal client communications, document collection, scheduling, translation and interpretation, and other administrative needs.
• Conduct periodic client surveys and assist with other reporting requirements for grant compliance.

Required Qualifications 

• Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish
• Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse multidisciplinary team; and
• Prior experience working with immigrant populations will be weighed favorably.
• Valid Georgia automobile license, use of own auto, and proof of insurance necessary. 
• Minimum education of a bachelor’s degree social work (BSW) or an equivalent degree, or work experience 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Must demonstrate an acceptance and respect for cultural diversity in all its forms, including ethnicity, sexual orientation, abilities, and religious backgrounds & demonstrated ability to serve individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

To Apply:  Please send resume to Limia Obadi at Limia@tapestri.org