Trauma-Informed Victims Counselor & Advocate

Delaware Opportunities, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Opportunities, Inc. in New York seeks a full-time Victims Counselor/Advocate to provide trauma-informed services for victims of crime, including domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. The role emphasizes advocacy, accompaniment, education, referrals, and client safety.

Responsibilities include medical/legal advocacy, information/referrals, navigating systems, and outreach education as needed. Excellent documentation and adherence to policies are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, gender studies, or a related field.
• Four years of experience in human services or social work.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work independently with professionalism and integrity.
• Experience with outreach education and public speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed advocacy services to victims of crime.
• Offer medical and legal advocacy, accompaniment, and support.
• Provide information and referrals to appropriate community services.
• Assist clients in navigating systems and accessing needed resources.
• Participate in outreach education and public speaking as needed.
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation.
• Follow program guidelines and agency policies.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Trauma-informed advocacy

Public speaking

Documentation

Communication

Independent professionalism

Advocacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, gender studies, or a related field

Job description

Delaware Opportunities, Inc. in New York seeks a full-time Victims Counselor/Advocate to provide trauma-informed services for victims of crime, including domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. The role emphasizes advocacy, accompaniment, education, referrals, and client safety.

Responsibilities include medical/legal advocacy, information/referrals, navigating systems, and outreach education as needed. Excellent documentation and adherence to policies are essential.