Senior Victim Advocate

2 days ago


Bronx, New York, United States Safe Horizon Full time
Job Title: Senior Victim Advocate

Safe Horizon is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Senior Victim Advocate to join our team. As a key member of our organization, you will work closely with police personnel to provide a coordinated, victim-centered approach to teen and adult victims of sexual assault.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide client-centered trauma-informed services for victims of sexual assault
  • Conduct visits to a victim's home with SVD detectives to assist victims as needed
  • Provide information, referrals, and practical assistance to victims experiencing sexual assault
  • Conduct client-centered safety assessments and safety planning suited to the individual's needs
  • Provide crisis intervention and supportive listening
  • Advocate with NYPD SVD personnel to ensure protection of survivor's rights
  • Help with applying for compensation through the New York State Office of Victims Services (OVS)
  • Coordinate community resources for victims of sexual assault
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with advocate agencies in the sexual assault field
  • Provide information and referral for victims for services such as shelter, mental health treatment, medical care, and other entitlements
  • Perform data entry into a computerized record keeping system and maintain thorough, accurate, and timely case records and statistics
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree required or equivalent training and experience
  • Two years' experience in crime victim service delivery (or other relevant experience)
  • Basic knowledge of crime victim and domestic violence issues
  • Certification as a sexual assault advocate or willingness to attend training immediately upon hire to become certified
  • Knowledge of the police and criminal justice system helpful
  • Bi-lingual ability in Spanish helpful but not required
What We Offer:
  • 35 hours/week, probably 12 to 8 with flexibility in days worked
  • CVAP staff will be given priority consideration
  • A competitive hourly rate between $25.27 and $27.47

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