Youth Counselor Victim Services Advocate

Description

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Job Posting: Victim Service Advocate / Youth Counselor

Location: Schuyler Office 105 Ninth Street Watkins Glen, NY 14891

Employment Type: Full Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm (37.5hrs)/Week with On-Call responsibility

Salary: $23.00

As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston builds communities that care for all people. We serve all people seeking help in a safe, welcoming and comforting environment that feels like being home.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to express and explore your passion for helping others, then join a team that truly makes a difference DAILY, in people's lives. Don't miss out on being a part of something special!

Youth Counselor: Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor-Housing and Victim Services the Youth Counselor provides crisis and ongoing support to young people who are in crisis and/or at risk of being in an unsafe environment.

Victim Services Advocate: Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor-Housing Solutions and Victim Services, the Victim Services Advocate provides direct services to victims of crime, provides community education on violence and conducts outreach activities to the assigned service area.

• Respond quickly to report of a youth that has run away from home, is homeless or is in an unsafe environment by meeting with and advocating for youth.
• Determines the immediate needs of the youth in crisis and provide the appropriate aid.
• Locates immediate shelter for youth, back with his parent or guardian, with a family or friend or a respite bed.
• Develops a plan with the youth for personal development and appropriate on-going social services.
• Refers youth to appropriate social service agencies that can assist the youth with moving toward reconciliation with the parent or guardian or that can help the youth live independently.
• If applicable, develops rapport with parent/guardian and guide them to services as needed to aid in the reconciliation with their child.
• Builds an awareness in law enforcement, education, and other social services officials of the help available to youth in the program through educational presentations and communications materials.
• Completes program specific training annually.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

• Provides direct services to victims of crime, including emergency needs, information and referral, counseling, accompaniment, home and hospital visits, and assistance in filing for CVB compensation.
• Prepares safety plans.
• Provides individual and group counseling on the dynamics of domestic violence and victimization.
• Offers immediate support to victims during and after a traumatic event.
• Assists victims in navigating the criminal justice system, including attending court hearings and providing updates on case status.
• Determines the immediate needs of the crime victim and family – develops appropriate plan, involves appropriate agencies and facilitates the implementation of the plan.
• Determines the legal course to which the crime victim will be subject and provide or obtain appropriate assistance to the victim.
• Shares 24-hour on call responsibility with other First Step employees.
• Works with law enforcement, prosecutors, and other organizations to ensure comprehensive support for victims.
• Develops and presents prevention and awareness efforts regarding violence and community response.
• Remains up to date on local, state and federal policies and/or legislation regarding victims of crime with a focus on intimate partner violence.
• Maintains statistical database and case management files. Prepare monthly reports as required by funders.
• Participates in appropriate Catholic Charities staff meetings and in-service staff development opportunities. Represents Catholic Charities to the Community.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees are required to follow appropriate supervisory direction and perform…