Victim Advocate, Crisis

Do you want to make a difference in this world?

Do you believe that supporting victims of crime is providing a valuable service to the community?

Are you able to work with vulnerable populations and avoid judgment of situations, decisions or life circumstances?

Do you believe that we must be constantly learning to become the best at what we do and who we are?

Do you believe that a connection with someone in pain will lead to respect, empathy and empowerment?

If so – we might want to meet with you.

Victim Witness Services is looking for crisis victim advocates who can speak for victims, who can assist in times of extreme trauma and who can be the supporter when someone is at their lowest point. We are looking for a team member who believes that each person is their own best expert in their lives and that one of the greatest gifts we can give is when we acknowledge that and support those decisions.

The office is in Chinle or Tuba City but this position is primarily during non-business hours - working with victims at any hour and in any location in the Navajo Nation within Arizona and surrounding area. We want to be sure that we are caring for all of Navajo Nation, so this position may involve being mobile and meeting people where they are most comfortable. Life can be crazy at times, because everything happens at once and it all comes in waves. Being adaptable, flexible and yet still organized is key to thriving in this position. We are looking for someone who is a part of the community, enjoys researching needs before assuming a need, is solution focused and willing to be flexibly communicative.

Victim advocate positions are full-time and include benefits of health insurance and retirement savings plans. Being an effective communicator is important and problem-solving with creative thinking is a must. We want you to be willing to expand what you know and be willing to take guidance yet be highly independent. Because we are dealing with vulnerable populations, a clear background check is required. This is a community-based program, utilizing local resources and are invested in the community's future – we want to meet you if you think this would be a good fit!

If you're interested, drop us a note and tell us more about you. Be sure to include your email address and phone number so we can get in contact with you.

Essential Duties:

· Provides diplomatic advocacy services related to various systems including the courts, law enforcement, medical, university, educational, employment, etc.

· Assists victims of crime and/or crisis in completing necessary paperwork in order to access appropriate community services and resources (i.e. TANF, food stamps, child support, legal services, Orders of Protection, affordable housing, clothing, etc.)

· Provides crime victim compensation program assistance

· Provides information and support about Arizona Crime Victims Rights

· Provides crisis intervention for victims

· Provides psycho-educational information to victims on the impact of crime and/or crisis

· Provides psycho-educational information to victims on the support systems available

· Assesses safety concerns of victims and aids in safety planning

· Provides ongoing assistance and follow-up

· Provides case information and explains the operation of the various systems

· Maintains liaisons with law enforcement, prosecutors, professors and probation

· Provides court escort

· Maintains communication and relationship with Flagstaff-based advocates

· Supervises intern/volunteer assigned to assist this position

· Prepares correspondence and other memoranda

· Attends meetings, seminars and conferences that relate to crime and/or crisis

Community Relations:

· Participates in public awareness and outreach activities in Northern Arizona

· Participates in assessment and implementation task forces around the topic of crime and/or crisis as they relate to systems

· Addresses community organizations and groups to explain the dynamics of crime and/or crisis and the objectives of the VWS Program

Grant Maintenance:

· Tracks numbers and demographics of victims served and services provided

· Inputs data into agency spreadsheet

· Participates in the preparation of statistical reports and program evaluations

Program Implementation:

· Marketing and Awareness Building

Additional Duties:

· Assist with awareness events as needed

· Assist with fundraising events as needed

· Other duties as assigned

Candidates must have a clean driving record and background, be able to provide a Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) and able to attend a several week training in Flagstaff at the beginning of their time with VWS. VWS complies with the NPEA (Navajo Preference Employment Act) and will prioritize Navajo applicants.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,000.00 - $51,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Overnight shift
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• Can you pass a background check?
• This position complies with the Navajo Preference Employment Act - can you provide a Certificate of Indian Blood and are part of the Navajo Tribe?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $46,000 - $51,000