Victim Advocate - Domestic Violence - VAP

Victim Advocate

• Domestic Violence
• VAP Waymakers
• 3.

5 Orange, CA Job Details Full-time $22.45 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Loan forgiveness

Qualifications Spanish English Full Job Description Openings Available:

1

Location:

Lamoreaux Justice Center

• Orange, CA.

Schedule:

F/T, Monday

• Friday, 8am
• 5pm.

Responsibilities Provide assistance to victims of domestic violence and elder abuse in obtaining restraining orders. Provide necessary services to assure immediate safety and long-term needs of the client and his/her dependents. Work in collaboration with law enforcement, court, and partner agencies. Bachelor's Degree in behavioral science, criminal justice, or related field. Basic knowledge of the criminal justice system, family dynamics, sociological aspects of family violence and victimology. Two years of related experience working with people in a position involving the provision of victim services and/or peer counseling preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills. Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the cultural/ethnic diversity of the service population and to be sensitive to the needs of special populations. In the first year of employment, must complete training for certification as a Sexual Assault Counselor as mandated by PC13835.10, and training as a certified Domestic Violence Counselor. Bilingual English/Spanish required. Waymakers is a non-profit organization that has been empowering both individuals and families throughout Orange County, CA for over 50 years! Each year, we provide thousands of members from our diverse communities with opportunities that guide them to positive and lasting change. We accomplish this through 5 key areas: Sheltering youth Supporting victims Counseling families Resolving conflicts Educating communities Learn more about us at www.waymakersoc.org Waymakers is a "Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer." Equal Opportunity Employer Waymakers is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and/or local laws.