Asher Burk

Experience

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  Georgia Commission on Family Violence

  Aug 2007 - Oct 2009

  Monitored over 140 Family Violence Intervention Programs around the State of Georgia. Managed the application process for FVIP certification and recertification, made certification decisions, initiated the administrative and legal processes for decertification decisions, maintained the public list of certified FVIPs, guided FVIP policy development, supervised content and delivery of FVIP training, served on the department’s Standards and Protocols Committee. - Processed FVIP applications, monthly participant reports, and fees - Updated and maintained the FVIP database - responded appropriately to public requests for information regarding FVIPs and FVIP certification - Coordinated and conducted FVIP site visits - Investigated complaints and responded as requested by FVIP Manager - Provided logistical support for FVIP trainings - Facilitated FVIP development in underserved areas

  • Family Violence Intervention Program Manager

    May 2008 - Oct 2009

  • FVIP Certification Coodinator

    Aug 2007 - May 2008
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  Nia's Place Supervised Visitation and Safe Exchange Center

  Feb 2009 - Aug 2013

  Observation Monitor

  -Implement safety policies and procedures - Conduct supervised visits/exchanges - Prepare and maintain program data, client files, and necessary paperwork - Work in conjunction with referral sources to meet needs of clients - Work with families in crisis; from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds

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  Women's Resource Center to End Domestic Violence

  Nov 2009 - now

  Legal Advocate

  Assisting victims of domestic violence by obtaining warrant applications, writing temporary protective orders, coordinating with the police department, Sheriff’s Office, Solicitor’s Office and attorneys and judges to ensure the safety of victims and their children.

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  DeKalb County Domestic Violence Task Force

  Dec 2015 - Feb 2021

  Co Chair

  -Preside over DeKalb County Domestic Violence Task Force meeting – Plan community events around public education and training for community members on domestic violence – Plan quarterly meetings for the Task Force – Oversee Task Force initiatives including the Fatality Review Project

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  DeKalb County Government

  Nov 2020 - Nov 2023

  Monitor Clerk
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  SAMARITAN COUNSELING CENTER OF ATLANTA INC

  May 2024 - now

  Master's Student Intern

  I am interning at the Samaritan Counseling Center of Atlanta and assisting with calls, intakes, and sessions with clients.