Victim Advocate

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Victim Advocate
Department: Victim Services
Site: 93706 Neighborhood Resource Center
Pay Rate: $22.00-$25.00 hourly
FTE Classification: 37.5 hours/week, FTE Non-Exempt
Report To: Supervisor
Location: Fresno County

Job Announcement: Centro La Familia Advocacy Services is seeking a qualified candidate to implement victim advocacy services for its Trafficking and Crime Victim’s Assistance Program (TCVAP). TCVAP provides support to noncitizen victims of human trafficking, domestic violence and other serious crimes with the goal of securing victims’ immediate and long-term safety needs. Services are delivered in a culturally sensitive and linguistically appropriate manner. This position is funded by Fresno County Department of Social Services

Position Summary: The Victim Advocate will provide culturally appropriate sexual assault services including direct crisis intervention and advocacy, safety and justice options, court- accompaniment, linkages, workshops and support groups. The Victim Advocate will maintain ongoing culturally friendly services targeting clients and their families, conduct outreach and education, and track program activities and client outcomes.

Qualifications
Candidate must possess excellent written and verbal communication, ability to follow-through, and be detail-oriented. Candidate must be organized, professional, and able to work in a fast- paced, multi-faceted environment. Candidate must be proficient in the use of technology to collect, analyze and manage program data as well as computer literate in Windows platform; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Google Applications. Candidate must possess the ability to maintain good recordkeeping and documentation, good presentation skills, and have the capacity to be self-motivated. It is mandatory to meet employment eligibility requirements as established by the program’s funding agency.

Preferred Education:

• BA in victimology, public health, counseling, social services, human services or any other related degree.

Preferred Experience:

• Two years experience in a community based human service agency as eligibility worker, advocate/paralegal or other related work experience.

Essential Job Responsibilities
Program Functions:

• Responsible for the delivery of services to victims of sexual assault and must demonstrate sensitivity to victims.
• Conduct crisis intervention and intake assessment following CLFA’s established intake and case management processes.
• Assess victim’s needs and develop a safety plan.
• Learn and prepare temporary restraining orders.
• Learn and implement eligibility requirements for U-Visa.
• Provide court accompaniment to help victims navigate the legal system.
• Link victims to services including public benefits, shelter, food, counseling, legal and other services.
• Conduct “roving advocacy” services targeting rural communities.
• Develop and maintain working relationship with the Department of Social Services,

Department of Behavioral Health, Department of Public Health, law enforcement,USCIS, Consulate of Mexico in Fresno, medical practitioners, courts, community organizations, food banks, emergency shelters and others as identified.

• Conduct outreach and education on sexual assault.
• Establish and facilitate workshops and support groups.
• Participate in community health fairs, presentations, and forums.
• Conduct on-air media interviews educating the public on these topics.
• Participate in ongoing trainings.
• Participate in weekly case review activities/meetings.
• Conduct other duties as needed.

Travel:

• Transportation and valid California Driver’s License required
• This positions requires up to 25-50% of travel timeReporting & Record-Keeping:
• Utilize data collection tools to document program activities for reporting
• Keep all files/matters accurate and confidential pursuant to CLFA’s established case file protocols and policies
• Document the timely completion of contractual goals and objectives, including internal and external reports
• Use tools to document and track program progress which include: sign in sheets; demographic forms, pre/post-tests, assessment outcomes, updates on social media, etc.

Foster Relationships:

• Ability to establish trusting relationships
• Maintain consistent contact with clients, collaborative partners, and CLFA staff
• Follow through with and collaborative partners to achieve desired outcomes
• Develop a sense of belonging and teamwork among CLFA staff and collaborative partners
• Encourage identification of potential clients
• Maintain boundaries between personal and professional life

Working Environment

• Evening and weekend hours as needed
• Maintain a flexible schedule to achieve program deliverables required
• Occasional lifting and hauling of boxes weighing 5-25 lbs
• Ability to type for several hours a day
• Occasional extended periods of sitting and/or standing
• Occasional travel throughout the County of Fresno to attend meetings and other related events
• Comfort in outdoor conditions as necessary to achieve program deliverables

Other Responsibilities

• Good telephone etiquette
• Transportation and valid driver’s license
• Other duties as needed
• Department of Justice finger print clearance
• Mandated child abuse training
• References must be submitted

To Apply:

• Visit www.really.com and search for Centro La Familia Advocacy Services
• In person applications are encouraged: 302 Fresno Street, Suite 102 Fresno, CA 93706.
• Provide with your resume a writing sample (no more than 3 pages) and three references

Equal Opportunity Employer
Centro La Familia Advocacy Services (CLFA) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Updated 8/28/2024

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $25