Victim Services Specialist (part-time) - Portland, OR
Description Responsible for maintaining a caseload of victims of alcohol and drugged driving who are in need of short-term crisis intervention, emotional support, grief support groups, and appropriate referral sources for continued long-term needsProvide court accompaniment and guidance with legal, financial, and medical systemsWork in conjunction with other Victim Services employees to provide consultation and support to victims where neededWhile this is a remote position, the selected candidate must reside in the Portland, Oregon general area
Essential Functions:
Utilizing independent judgment, conduct individual needs assessments on victims/survivors of alcohol and drugged driving crashes for emotional support, information, and referrals, implementing beneficial interventions based upon those assessmentsMaintain current assessment of victim's coping and need for further referralsBased upon assessment, create and implement a tailored case management action plan for victims, which may include grief support assistance, crisis intervention, referrals for long-term counseling issues and other basic needs, as well as support group facilitationMay accompany victims/survivors to justice proceedings as appropriateProvide advocacy by assisting in the protection and exertion of victims/survivors rights and educating others about the criminal and civil justice systemsConduct community needs assessments and analyze results to determine the development, facilitation, and implementation of appropriate victim services, programs and eventsBased upon results of community needs assessments, create and implement effective outreach strategies to reach victims and survivors of drunk and drugged driving crashes who may not otherwise be aware of MADD Victim ServicesUtilizing analysis of community needs assessment, establish and utilize a network of key individuals in the legal, medical, and social service systems to facilitate assistance for victims/survivorsCollect and maintain community resource information to share with victims and other Victim Services employeesRecruit, screen, train, deploy, and recognize volunteers who provide assistance in meeting Victim Service initiativesMaintain accurate case records, statistical information and grant reports for each victim case according to MADD and grant standards and guidelinesMay be responsible for grant writing and reporting to grantor and MADDPOSITION REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree is required in a human services field of study (i.
esocial work, psychology, sociology, criminal justice) with a minimum of one year of experience in victim advocacy (specifically case management) OR grief support work (specifically bereaved individuals due to death) Equivalent experience that includes experience in victim advocacy (specifically case management) and/or grief support work (specifically bereaved individuals due to death)Reliable transportation to court attendance is required along with a flexible scheduleStrong organizational skills, be detail oriented with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects and execute in a high-volume environmentExcellent communication skills with the ability to develop and convey thoughts clearly, logically and concisely both orally and in writing, using appropriate grammar and command of the English languageAbility to work both independently and with others to resolve issues and maintain composure and professionalism in an environment of changing and/or multiple prioritiesMust be able to work on a time table, meet deadlines, follow instructions and accept direction on given assignmentsStrong work ethic with the ability to maintain a high activity levelMust have exceptional internal and external customer service orientationMust have demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook and be familiar with entering data into on-line systemsShould also have basic record keeping and math skillsAbility to maintain social, ethical and organizational standards in job related activities, at work and in the communityAbility to maintain workplace confidentiality and take ownership/accountability for own actions and aspects of the jobDemonstrated commitment, passion and compassion for the mission of MADDBENEFITS Eligible within first 30-45 days Eligible within first 30-45 days Retirement 403(b)
3% employer matching Employee Assistance Program How to Apply:
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Essential Functions:
Utilizing independent judgment, conduct individual needs assessments on victims/survivors of alcohol and drugged driving crashes for emotional support, information, and referrals, implementing beneficial interventions based upon those assessmentsMaintain current assessment of victim's coping and need for further referralsBased upon assessment, create and implement a tailored case management action plan for victims, which may include grief support assistance, crisis intervention, referrals for long-term counseling issues and other basic needs, as well as support group facilitationMay accompany victims/survivors to justice proceedings as appropriateProvide advocacy by assisting in the protection and exertion of victims/survivors rights and educating others about the criminal and civil justice systemsConduct community needs assessments and analyze results to determine the development, facilitation, and implementation of appropriate victim services, programs and eventsBased upon results of community needs assessments, create and implement effective outreach strategies to reach victims and survivors of drunk and drugged driving crashes who may not otherwise be aware of MADD Victim ServicesUtilizing analysis of community needs assessment, establish and utilize a network of key individuals in the legal, medical, and social service systems to facilitate assistance for victims/survivorsCollect and maintain community resource information to share with victims and other Victim Services employeesRecruit, screen, train, deploy, and recognize volunteers who provide assistance in meeting Victim Service initiativesMaintain accurate case records, statistical information and grant reports for each victim case according to MADD and grant standards and guidelinesMay be responsible for grant writing and reporting to grantor and MADDPOSITION REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree is required in a human services field of study (i.
esocial work, psychology, sociology, criminal justice) with a minimum of one year of experience in victim advocacy (specifically case management) OR grief support work (specifically bereaved individuals due to death) Equivalent experience that includes experience in victim advocacy (specifically case management) and/or grief support work (specifically bereaved individuals due to death)Reliable transportation to court attendance is required along with a flexible scheduleStrong organizational skills, be detail oriented with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects and execute in a high-volume environmentExcellent communication skills with the ability to develop and convey thoughts clearly, logically and concisely both orally and in writing, using appropriate grammar and command of the English languageAbility to work both independently and with others to resolve issues and maintain composure and professionalism in an environment of changing and/or multiple prioritiesMust be able to work on a time table, meet deadlines, follow instructions and accept direction on given assignmentsStrong work ethic with the ability to maintain a high activity levelMust have exceptional internal and external customer service orientationMust have demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook and be familiar with entering data into on-line systemsShould also have basic record keeping and math skillsAbility to maintain social, ethical and organizational standards in job related activities, at work and in the communityAbility to maintain workplace confidentiality and take ownership/accountability for own actions and aspects of the jobDemonstrated commitment, passion and compassion for the mission of MADDBENEFITS Eligible within first 30-45 days Eligible within first 30-45 days Retirement 403(b)
3% employer matching Employee Assistance Program How to Apply:
Please provide resume to our hiring team via the APPLY button below Recommended Skills Assessments Attention To Detail Case Management Communication Confidentiality Consulting Apply to this job.
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