Victim Advocate (SAVS - CJC)
Application Deadline: September 3, 2022
Location: Santa Ana, CA, United States
VICTIM ADVOCATE (SAVS-CJC)
VAP – Santa Ana. F/T, Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm. Must be available for on-call rotation for 24-hour response and emergency calls. *Remote work from home available.
Responsibilities Include:
Requirements Include:
Equal Opportunity Employer
VAP – Santa Ana. F/T, Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm. Must be available for on-call rotation for 24-hour response and emergency calls. *Remote work from home available.
Responsibilities Include:
- Respond to victims of sexual assault and their families as required to mitigate the impact of the victimization and/or the case investigation and court appearance.
- Provide crisis intervention, short-term counseling, referrals, and accompaniment services.
Requirements Include:
- Bachelor’s Degree in behavioral science, criminal justice, or related field. Basic knowledge of the criminal justice system and victimology.
- 1-3 years of related experience in a position involving the provision of victim services, peer counseling, equivalent social skills, and program administration.
- 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.
- Must be available to be on rotation for 24-hour response and emergency calls.
- Valid California driver’s license, liability insurance meeting minimum state requirements, and a satisfactory driving record.
- Bilingual English/Spanish required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
