What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crime Victim Resource Advocate position at The Crime Victims' Center of Chester County, Inc.?
CVC's Victim Resource Advocate assists client with VCAP (Victim Compensation Assistance Program) applications and provides referral and information to local social service and other needed resources to our clients as needed when referred by a Victim Advocate. All of our staff work both from home and our office in West Chester, PA.
Serve as CVC’s liaison to VCAP which includes assessing victim’s eligibility for VCAP as soon as possible after the crime, assisting eligible victims in filing VCAP forms and any necessary follow up.
Serve as CVC’s liaison to the Attorney General’s Relocation Program for eligible clients as determined by the AG’s Office.
Is familiar with and uses all technology to assist with filing compensation claims, including the Dependable Access for Victims Enrollment (DAVE) system.
Stays current and maintains all information on VCAP. Provides VCAP training to other professionals, including law enforcement and non-profit partners. Provides VCAP training and is a compensation resource to all CVC Staff and Volunteers.
Stays up to date on current referral sources and researches new referral sources to meet the needs of victims of crime. Provides training and educates CVC Staff and volunteers on available community resources.
Provides hotline coverage on CVC’s sexual assault and other crimes hotlines. Provides, as necessary, direct services to victims and their families: crisis response, supportive counseling, needs assessment, individual goal setting, development of service plans and accompaniment/advocacy throughout medical, police and court procedures, as well as referrals to appropriate community resources.
Dedicates time and effort to seek out and take advantage of obtaining new skills and knowledge in line with CVC’s Learning Culture.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23