Crime Victim Advocate (General Advocate)
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Job Description The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (“BXDA”) is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By “Pursuing Justice with Integrity,” the BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. Moreover, the BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice. By recognizing these significant distinctions and acting accordingly, BXDA has established a standard of excellence in the representation of the Bronx community at large, which continues to grow stronger every day. In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks experienced and enthusiastic Crime Victim General Advocate - CVAB. The Crime Victims Assistance Bureau (CVAB) seeks a Crime Victim General Advocate to address the unique challenges serving victims of violence in Bronx County and the unfortunate ever-increasing numbers of these victims and family members. The CVAB’s crime victim's advocate’s job will be to connect with victims and families to provide emotional and concrete services using a victim-centered trauma-informed approach. Job Responsibilities- Interview crime victims and their family to determine needs.
- Connect victims, witnesses and their families with concrete and therapeutic services.
- Explain Criminal Justice process to clients.
- Assist with Orders of Protection and Registration for notification of Inmate’s release.
- Assist clients with the completion of and filing of victim compensation claims with the State Office of Victim Services.
- Prepare letters and forms to assist with other entitlements.
- Advocate with public and private agencies.
- Escort clients to court and confer with Assistant District Attorneys.
- All other duties as assigned.
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057
Qualifications Qualification Requirements- High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
- Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. Salary Min: $ 55,000.00 Salary Max: $ 55,000.00 If you have questions about this posting, please contact [email protected]Recommended Jobs
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