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Advocate - Crime Victims Advocacy & Support Services Program
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Westchester Jewish Community Services
White Plains, NY (In Person)
$51,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Overview:
Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is an award-winning, nonprofit, nonsectarian human services organization founded in 1943. Today, it is the largest provider of licensed outpatient community mental health services and one of the largest human service agencies in Westchester County. WJCS delivers innovative programs and services and compassionate care to more than 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds throughout the county.We are currently seeking a full-time bilingual Advocate for our Crime Victims Advocacy & Support Services Program (CVASSP). Under the Advocate Supervisor, the Advocate will provide advocacy and support services to survivors of violence in CVASSP. The salary range is $50,000-$52,000.
Responsibilities:
As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Assisting in linkages to services and provide resources to victims.
Accompaniment to court, medical appointment and hearings with law enforcement.
Assistance with accessing public benefits.
Submitting documentation to obtain billing for services rendered.
Providing on-call coverage for afterhours hotline.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
Bilingual English/Spanish.Drivers License and access to reliable transportation.
Prior experience working with victims of crime.
Strong awareness of emotional needs of crime victims: assessments and coordination of referrals for clinical work in partnership with our Trauma division.
Excellent interpersonal and engagement skills.
Knowledge of resources available to crime victims.
Ability to assess for safety and create safety plans.
What WJCS has to offer you:
In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package, including: Generous paid time offComprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension PlanOngoing Professional Development and TrainingEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursementsDisability and life insuranceStaff appreciation events and employee mental health and wellness initiatives