• Bilingual Advocate - Crime Victim Advocacy…

    Westchester Jewish Community Services (White Plains, NY)


    Overview:

    Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS), a non-profit organization, was founded in 1943 and has grown to be the largest provider of licensed outpatient community mental health services and one of the largest human service agencies in Westchester County. We provide state-of-the-art programs and services and compassionate care to more than 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds each year.

     

    We are currently seeking a full-time bilingual Advocate for our Crime Victims and Advocacy Support Services Program (CVASSP). Under the Advocate Supervisor, the Advocate will provide advocacy and support services to survivors of violence in the CVASS program. The salary range is $50,000-$52,000.

    Responsibilities:

    As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

    + Assisting in linkages to services and provide resources to victims.

    + Accompaniment to court, medical appointment and hearings with law enforcement.

    + Assistance with accessing public benefits.

    + Submitting documentation to obtain billing for services rendered.

    + Providing on-call coverage for afterhours hotline.

    + Other duties as assigned.

    Requirements:

    We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:

    + High School Diploma required, Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.

    + Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation required.

    + Prior experience working with victims of crime.

    + Strong awareness of emotional needs of crime victims: assessments and coordination of referrals for clinical work in partnership with TLC.

    + Excellent interpersonal and engagement skills.

    + Knowledge of resources available to crime victims.

    + Ability to assess for safety and create safety plans.

    + Bilingual English/Spanish.

    What WJCS has to offer you:

    In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:

    + Generous paid time off

    + Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

    + 403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension Plan

    + Ongoing Professional Development and Training

    + Employee Assistance Program

    + Disability and life insurance

    + Staff appreciation events and employee mental health & wellness initiatives

    + Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements

     

    WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER