Victim Advocate - Nassau CAC

EAC Network•Bethpage, NY

2d•$25 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 79,000 people through 120 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a dedicated full time Victim Advocate to join the Nassau Child Advocacy Center. The EAC Nassau County Child Advocacy Center located in Bethpage, NY provides for children a safe and respectful response to situations involving allegations of sex crimes. When assigned, the Victim Advocate will offer support and advocacy to children and non offending families impacted by abuse or trauma. This involves coordinating services and assisting the Child Advocacy Center Director in ensuring that appropriate support is provided to victims and their non offending family members.

Requirements

Associate's Degree required, Bachelors Degree, preferred.
Minimum of two years of relevant experience in advocacy, victim services or case support.
Must be proficient in computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, calendar, and email and/or database software necessary to perform work assignments.
Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
Must have access to a vehicle and possess valid NYS driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors Degree

Responsibilities

Act as a liaison between victims and social services agencies.
Assist victims in preparing and filing paperwork necessary for OVS Victims Compensation.
Maintain case records and statistics as required by funders.
Conduct crisis intervention / needs assessments with clients and provide referrals as needed.
Coordinate with other victims’ services agencies to avoid duplication of services.
Provide back-up and support to CAC Division Director for office coverage.
Attend multidisciplinary team case review meetings to support informed decision making.
Support the Community Educator by networking, attending outreach events and identifying new resources for CAC clients.
Assist in administrative responsibilities of the Child Advocacy Center.
After reviewing for accuracy, complete Medical Staff Vouchers and submit PO for services provided.
Assist in coordinating forensic interviews and foreskin examinations when necessary
Transport and escort clients to / from appointments if needed in own vehicle when necessary including the ability to lift, carry, and secure children into appropriate child restraint car seat.
Perform all other relevant duties as determined by Supervision and EAC NETWORK Administration.