Trauma Victim Advocate (Part-Time 12am-8am)

Temple Health • Philadelphia, PA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Trauma Victim Advocates are crisis responders embedded in the hospital 24/7, supporting patients and family members in the immediate aftermath of violence and assisting victims and co-victims throughout physical and emotional recovery. In the hospital's emergency department, advocates offer comfort to patients in the trauma bay, provide families with regular updates about loved ones' conditions, offer grief support to families of homicide victims, and connect patients and families with crime victim services. Program activities take place in a hospital setting under the supervision of the Trauma Outreach Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience working directly with victims of crime.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• General experience assisting and providing advocacy services to victims of crime.

Responsibilities

• Support patients and family members in the immediate aftermath of violence.
• Assist victims and co-victims during physical and emotional recovery.
• Offer comfort to patients in the trauma bay.
• Give families regular updates about their loved ones' conditions.
• Provide grief support to families of homicide victims.
• Link patients and their families to crime victim services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED