Case Manager

Summary

The Brooklyn Family Court Program offers case management and practical assistance to victims of crime. The overall goal of the program is to reduce the impact of victimization through advocacy, counseling and other support services. The Case Manager provides case management services to victims of domestic violence involved in the family court system and victims of crimes committed by juvenile delinquents.

Responsibilities

• Learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lens, into your work with clients. Coach and guide staff in their client practice that reflects these approaches.
• Provide client-centered crisis intervention, emotional support and case management to victims of crime and abuse;
• Provide information regarding the Family Court process, court procedures and the types of relief available, including Orders of Protection;
• Advocate with Family Court personnel (Judges, Court Clerks, Court Officers, civil legal attorneys, etc.) and the criminal justice system on behalf of clients;
• Safety planning and risk assessment;
• Refer victims to shelters and other services as needed;
• Assist clients with relocation and housing;
• Provide emergency practical assistance including OVS compensation applications, transportation, food vouchers, financial assistance, emergency cell phones, lock replacement, etc.;
• Attend internal and external meetings, trainings and workshops;
• Maintain thorough and accurate case records and statistics;
• Various other duties to be determined by supervisor.
  
  

Interacts With

• Family Court personnel including Judges, Clerks, and Court Officers; Civil Legal Attorneys including members of the 18B panel, Law Guardians, and Domestic Violence attorneys; NYPD; District Attorney’s Office; ACS; and other legal and social service providers.
  
  

Supervisory Reports

None

Required

Knowledge and Skills:

• Understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence and other forms of victimization;
• Experience working with survivors of domestic violence;
• Excellent communication and organizational skills;
• Ability to work as part of a team while also independently generating tasks;
  
  

If hired, I agree to abide by all of Safe Horizon’s rules and regulations, and understand that, if employed, my employment may be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either the company or me. I further understand that no representation, whether oral or written by any representative or agent of the organization, at any time, constitutes a contract of employment

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Technology Statement

Applicants may be responsible for providing the equipment and tools they need to work remotely as required, such as access to a computer, internet service, and phone service. Safe Horizon will discuss potential solutions with candidates and may assist where needed and agreed to in advance.

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