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Job Specifications

Location

Staten island

Workplace

On-site

Salary

44,000

Published

a year ago

Type

Full Time

College Degree

Bachelor's Degree

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Crime Victim Advocate

Staten island

Crime Victim Advocate

The Safe Horizon crime victim advocate/domestic violence advocate will partner with police personnel to provide outreach to victims who have filed reports to the precinct or PSA.

 The advocate will work with all victims of crime who seek assistance from the NYPD with a specific focus for victims who have filed a report as a victim of a violent felony offense  as well as victims of domestic violence who have filed reports to the precinct on an as needed basis.  


Requirements

Learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lens, into your work with clients


·        Attempt to reach by phone and mail victims who have filed reports with the precinct or PSA with a specific focus on victims of violent felony crimes and those victims who have filed reports two or more reports in the previous 12 months


·        Work with victims of crime who come to the precinct or PSA seeking assistance


·        Conduct home visits with officers and detectives to assist victims as needed


·        Provide information, referrals, and practical assistance to victims experiencing crime


·        Conduct client centered safety assessments and safety planning suited to the individual’s needs


·        Provide crisis intervention and supportive listening


·        Advocate with NYPD personnel that may include keeping a victim apprised of an NYPD investigation


·        Provide criminal justice advocacy


·        Advocate for victims for public benefits they may be entitled to


·        Help with applying for compensation through the New York State Office of Victims Services (OVS)


·        Coordinate community resources for crime victims


·        Provide information and referral for victims for services such as shelter, mental health treatment, medical care, and other entitlements


·        Provide emergency practical assistance for victims including transportation and food vouchers


·        Work collaboratively with police officers to effectively aid victims


·        Collect data, track the history of crimes, and prepare monthly reports


·        Perform data entry into a computerized record keeping system and maintain thorough accurate, and timely case records and statistics


·        Advocate with Family and Criminal Court staff for victims


·        Provide coverage in vacant precincts as needed


·        Conduct trainings with police personnel


·        Conduct community presentations


·        Attend relevant trainings, workshops and seminars


·        Work with other victims of domestic violence as needed


·        Perform other related tasks as assigned