Victim Advocate I - VAP SAVS - SART

• Respond to victims of sexual assault and their families as required to mitigate the impact of the victimization and/or the case investigation and court appearance.
• Provide crisis intervention, short-term counseling, referrals, and accompaniment services.
• Collaborate with local detention facilities, PREA Coordinators and other community partners to provide and improve services to incarcerated survivors and bridging gaps in services so PREA standards are met.
• Facilitate PREA trainings to community partners and take a lead in the on-going development of services available to incarcerated survivors while collaborating with fellow rape crisis center peers.
• Provide PREA or community education as requested to educate on accessibility to victim centered PREA services.

• Bachelor’s Degree in behavioral science, criminal justice, or related field. Basic knowledge of the criminal justice system and victimology.
• 1-3 years of related experience in a position involving the provision of victim services, peer counseling, equivalent social skills, and program administration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the cultural/ethnic diversity of the service population and to be sensitive to the needs of special populations.
• Must be available to be on rotation for 24-hour response and emergency calls.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Waymakers is a non-profit organization that has been empowering both individuals and families throughout Orange County, CA for over 50 years!

Each year, we provide thousands of members from our diverse communities with opportunities that guide them to positive and lasting change. We accomplish this through 5 key areas:

• Sheltering youth
• Supporting victims
• Counseling families
• Resolving conflicts
• Educating communities

Learn more about us at www.waymakersoc.org

Waymakers is a "Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer."

Equal Opportunity Employer

Waymakers is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and/or local laws.