What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survivor Services Associate position at Manhattan District Attorney?
Job Description
Division / Unit : Survivor Services Bureau (SSB)
Civil Service Title : Community Associate
Position Title : Survivor Services Associate
Salary Range : $45,101 - $51,749
Job Description :
The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an opening for a Survivor Services Associate in its Survivor Services Bureau (SSB). In this position the Survivor Services Associate will provide support to the (SSB) ensuring calls and transportation requests are addressed for victims and witnesses of crime. These services may include receiving and responding to high volume of calls, incoming transportation requests and assistance with directing callers to the appropriate SSB staff and / or agencies. Services will be provided in the Main Office downtown.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
- Receive heavy volume of calls and assess to navigate to the appropriate departments of SSB to ensure the clients are receiving support and services.
- Explain criminal justice system and provide basic case information.
- Able to assess safety / crisis needs of callers and transition them to an SSB Advocate or SSB Counselor.
- Monitor and respond to voicemails.
- Assist with Transportation requests.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, candidates must possess the following :
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The New York County District Attorney's Office is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
About Us
The New York County District Attorney's Office serves and protects the People of New York through the fair administration of justice, without fear or favor. The Office's Professional Staff perform a variety of key functions, including supporting the Trial Division, Investigation Division, Special Victims Division, Pathways to Public Safety Division, and Appeals Division, which handles all the Office's matters in state and federal appellate courts.
Professional Staff members perform a variety of key functions for the Office, including supporting the five Divisions, as well as other prosecution support and office functions. Our Professional Staff receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, as well as unparalleled opportunities for professional development.
The New York County District Attorney's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and culturally responsive workforce. Given the diverse nature of our community, the ability to work with people of different backgrounds is critical. The Office seeks to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. To that end, all applicants will be considered without regard to actual or perceived race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, age, prior record of arrest; or any other basis prohibited by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.
About the Team
The Professional Staff Recruitment Team at DANY supports the Office's initiatives to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. We seek employees that are interested in a career in the public sector and will support the Office's initiative of delivering One Standard of Justice for All.
For questions or inquiries, please contact Recruitment@dany.nyc.gov.
Salary : $45,101 - $51,749
