Victim Advocate of the Child Advocacy Center Job at BestSelf Behavioral Health, Buffalo, NY

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  • BestSelf Behavioral Health
  • Buffalo, NY

Job Description

Victim Advocate of the Child Advocacy Center Pay Rate: $19.00 (Monday-Friday) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: 899 Main Street

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

The Victim Advocate of the Child Advocacy Center works within a Multi-Disciplinary Team. The caseload consists of primary and secondary victims of child sexual abuse and severe physical abuse, and is shared by the team members. The Victim Advocate assists clients by providing information and referrals based on an assessment of client and family need, advocacy throughout the investigative process, supportive counseling and linkage to the NYS Office of Victim Services.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works independently with clients to provide crisis and supportive counseling, provides assessments of needs and linkages to services. Provides information and linkage to NYS Office of Victim Services. Develops and maintains a working knowledge of community resources and makes appropriate referrals. Provides empathy and compassion and adheres to all standards of client confidentiality. Communicates effectively and functions in a collaborative manner within all levels of the multi-disciplinary team. Participates in case review, staff meetings, supervisions and other team meetings. Maintains appropriate data and case documentation for all assigned cases. Consistently demonstrates professional behaviors and leadership skills that are in support of the mission and philosophy with the Child Advocacy Center and the larger organization. Assures that quality services identified are delivered, acts as an advocate on client's behalf/request with other members of the multi-disciplinary team. Schedule and assigned duties are subject to change based on the needs of the program and the clients we serve. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Requires understanding of child abuse and the legal and family court systems. Must be able to perform duties in an independent and efficient manner. Must possess knowledge of and ability to provide crisis intervention strategies effectively. QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor's degree in one of the following listed fields: degree featuring a major or concentration in social work, psychology, counseling, or community mental health; AND one-year experience in providing supportive services. OR A master's degree in one of the above listed fields may be substituted for one year of experience. AND A valid NYS drivers' license Automobile in good working order Must have Accredited NYS Defensive driving course; or obtain within 15 days of hire. Must maintain Active NYS Defensive Driving class every 3 years, upon expiration. If driving one's own vehicle, must maintain valid inspection and automobile insurance. Must provide proof of insurance upon hire and when requested. Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance BestSelf Behavioral Health

Job Tags

Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,

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