Senior Victim Advocate - Domestic Relations Court

Senior Victim Advocate – Domestic Relations Court

FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full Time

Compensation: $19.25-$20.00 per hour

Day

Schedule:

Monday - Friday

Shift

Schedule:

8:00am-4:00pm

On-Call Requirements: Yes

Victim Assistance Program is one of the first victim services agencies in the United States. Established in 1972, VAP is committed to building upon the foundation established by our founder. We are continually evolving, advancing, and seeking innovative ways to assist victims of crime and trauma. If you are passionate about using your skills to help create a world where all victims are supported and healed, we invite you to consider joining our team.

The Senior Victim Advocate ensures victims, families, and communities impacted by crisis, violence, and/or tragedy are provided with streamlined, trauma-informed support by offering immediate crisis intervention and short/long term advocacy services, through multidisciplinary collaboration, and by providing support and guidance to staff, interns, and volunteers.

• Provide clients with support using NOVA’s model of crisis intervention
• Develop a professional relationship with clients through consistent interaction based on their level of need
• Empower clients to make informed decisions by providing options to meet their individual needs
• Empower clients to create or continue self-initiated goals during the creation of a plan of action
• Provide support and education through the judicial process within the Summit County Judicial System
• Offer to attend criminal/civil hearings or meetings with clients to provide advocacy and support
• Educate clients on their rights and the application of applying or waiving their rights as a victim of crime
• Provide assistance with protection order paperwork, victim compensation paperwork, or VINE enrollment
• Refer clients to outside providers when needs arise
• Maintain knowledge of the state’s current Safe at Home Program and Marsy’s Law and other community resources available to victims
• Field questions from Victim Advocates & interns related to the physical & psychological needs of clients
• Assign cases for follow-up support to Victim Advocates and Interns
• Participate as a member of the Summit County Crisis Response Team when responding on scene
• Provide on-call hotline and on-scene support to peers during designated shifts throughout the month
• In collaboration with supervisor, provide training, initial and ongoing, to Victim Advocates, volunteers, and interns
• Upon request, serve as a task supervisor for student interns
• Adhere to policies & procedures
• Maintain proper documentation of clients served
• Represent the mission of the agency at all times
• Liaison with first responders, emergency, or hospital personnel when warranted

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred)
• 1 year of social services experience is required
• Must reside within 25 miles of VAP's main office
• Ability to pass a state and federal background check throughout employment
• A valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation throughout employment
• Communicate clearly, effectively and timely
• Exhibit strong leadership qualities, engage in problem solving and critical thinking
• A desire to learn, grow, and use your skills to provide exceptional services to clients
• Ability to work in harmony with co-workers

• PTO
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 100% Employer Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel
• Bereavement
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer-matching contributions

At Victim Assistance Program, we want prospective employees to be fully aware of this work's potential physical and psychological impacts. As a Victim Advocate, you may be exposed to distressing sights, sounds, and situations, such as crime scenes, photos of abuse, and recordings of violent incidents. Additionally, some situations may involve potential physical risks from victims or aggressors.