Trauma-Informed Victims Advocate — Court & Community Support

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation; Toppenish (WA); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation is hiring a Victims Advocate in Behavioral Health. The role supports victims of crime by providing information, emotional support, and help with resources and paperwork.

Work may include accompanying clients to court, coordinating with justice and social services, and crisis response. Responsibilities include trauma-informed case management, safety planning, intake work, and maintaining confidential notes.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma required.
• Two years of experience working with victims of crime or vulnerable populations.
• Pass pre-employment drug test.
• Background check clearance required.
• Valid Washington driver license ( Tribal Driver Permit with Defensive Driving Course certificate updated every 2 years).
• Capacity to work non-customary hours.
• Successful completion and certification of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault trainings.

Aufgaben

• Provide advocacy-based counseling and referrals to victims.
• Assist with intake, safety planning, and documenting progress notes.

Kenntnisse

Trauma-informed care

Advocacy work

Court testimony

Crisis intervention

Resource linkage

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Jobbeschreibung

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation is hiring a Victims Advocate in Behavioral Health. The role supports victims of crime by providing information, emotional support, and help with resources and paperwork.

Work may include accompanying clients to court, coordinating with justice and social services, and crisis response. Responsibilities include trauma-informed case management, safety planning, intake work, and maintaining confidential notes.