Victim Services Case Assistant
Job Description
Job Overview: The primary role of the Victim Services Case Assistant is to assist the Victim Services Caseworker with providing comprehensive, culturally appropriate, client-centered case management services for foreign victims of crime, including completing eligibility screening and enrollment paperwork, developing service plans, educating about community services, resources, and legal rights, and helping problem solve barriers to access. This position is also responsible for assisting with administrative tasks including case notes, case file management, and data collection.
Major Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assist in enrolling clients and determining eligibility at intake; if clients are found to be ineligible for services, provide relevant referrals. - Assist in the development of self-sufficiency plans for especially vulnerable clients, with oversight from supervisor. - Assist clients in navigating healthcare and social service systems, which may include helping clients apply for benefits and attend and schedule appointments. - Assist in mapping out community resources and making client referrals to community partners. - Assist in providing clients with extended orientation on a variety of topics such as women’s health, navigating transportation systems, and navigating physical healthcare systems at the local level. - Assist in community outreach to service providers to ensure client needs are met. - Support Victim Services Teams in response to client crises. - Maintain up-to-date documentation in client’s case file to ensure services are properly documented throughout the client’s service period; document all services provided. - Attend relevant trainings and meetings at the local and national level. - Use personal, insured vehicle and/or public transportation (where available) to travel and transport clients and materials as needed throughout the service delivery area. - May train and lead the activities of volunteers and interns. - Other duties as assigned.
Key Working Relationships:
Position Reports to: Safety & Wellness Manager Position Directly Supervises: Interns/Volunteers Other Internal and/or external contacts:
Internal: Coordination with all internal departments is required
External: Community and Stakeholder partners, religious and faith-based communities, DES, law enforcement, schools, Arizona State Refugee Health Coordinator and other medical providers
Qualifications
Education:
· Undergraduate degree in Human Services or similar field strongly preferred; comparable related work experience may be substituted.
Work Experience:
- Relevant professional experience with similar populations and/or client needs strongly preferred.
Demonstrated Skills & Competencies:
- Strong relationship building, diplomacy, and networking skills; ability to effectively build internal and external relationships. - Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multi-cultural environment. - Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to prioritize and manage time effectively. - Attention to detail and accuracy in work product. - Fluent in English required, both spoken and written; Bilingual ability is desired. - Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to use the internet and other digital tools for data entry, research, and problem-solving purposes.
Certificates or Licenses:
- Must have a valid driver’s license, active insurance policy, access to reliable transportation and the ability to travel regularly throughout the service delivery area. - In accordance with Arizona State Law, must possess or be eligible to receive a fingerprint clearance card.
Working Environment:
- A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and ‘field’ time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities. - May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
Benefits: We offer our employees phenomenal benefits such as paid parental leave, generous time off, and excellent medical, dental, and vision options.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement****: In accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires candidates who are selected for interview to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for this position.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity****: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.
Equal Opportunity Employer****: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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