Domestic Abuse Victim Advocate
Pubblicato il 31-08-2026 - The Copper River Family of Companies in Pordenone
Coho Integrated Solutions is seeking a qualified Domestic Abuse Victim Advocate (DAVA) to support the Department of the Air Force Family Advocacy Program in Aviano, Pordenone, Italy. The DAVA provides advocacy, crisis intervention, safety planning, case management, resource coordination, and support to victims of domestic abuse.
The DAVA serves as a critical resource for victims and works closely with FAP clinicians, installation leadership, law enforcement, medical providers, and community agencies while maintaining the confidentiality and self-determination of victims within applicable program requirements.
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
- Provide 24-hour, seven-day-a-week response to victims alleging domestic abuse using the designated emergency contact process.
- Explain available advocacy services, reporting options, voluntary participation, and applicable confidentiality limitations to victims.
- Provide information regarding military and civilian resources, including protective orders, restraining orders, injunctions, legal services, medical resources,
housing, childcare, and emergency shelter.
- Conduct approved risk assessments when evaluating the potential for imminent serious harm or death.
- Immediately notify appropriate FAP leadership, law enforcement, and command when imminent risk of serious harm or death is identified, in accordance with applicable procedures.
- Develop, implement, and regularly review individualized victim safety plans.
- Provide case management, follow-up, advocacy, information, referrals, and support based on victim needs and preferences.
- Empower victims in decision-making while supporting self-determination and informed choices.
- Accompany victims to medical appointments, court proceedings, and other authorized appointments when requested.
- Collaborate with FAP clinicians and mental health providers and provide relevant updates regarding victim circumstances and safety concerns.
- Support coordinated co