Victim Advocate - Human Trafficking - VAP

Kids for the Future; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Waymakers in Irvine, CA is seeking a full-time, non-exempt role to support victims of human trafficking. The position focuses on delivering victim services, coordinating with law enforcement and hotline responders, and providing compassionate assistance.

A Bachelor's degree in behavioral science or criminal justice is required, along with two years of related experience. Strong communication and cultural sensitivity are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in behavioral science, criminal justice, or related field.
• Two years of related experience in victim services or program administration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to diverse populations and special populations.
• Must be available for on-call rotation schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to victims of human trafficking to mitigate impact.
• Respond to client emergencies, calls from law enforcement, and the National Human Trafficking Hotline on rotation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

On-call availability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in behavioral science, criminal justice, or related field

Job description

• Location 440 Exchange Ste,250 & 200,Irvine, CA, 92602,United States
• Base Pay $22.45 - $23.52 / Hour
• Employee Type 100% FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Human Resources
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Openings Available:

Location: Corporate Administration – Irvine.

Schedule: F/T - Monday – Friday, 8am - 5pm. Rotating on-call.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the provision of assistance to victims of human trafficking to mitigate the impact of victimization.
• Will be on rotation to respond to client emergencies, calls from law enforcement, and through the National Human Trafficking Hotline.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in behavioral science, criminal justice, or related field. Basic knowledge of the criminal justice system and victimology.
• Two 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 for on-call rotation schedule.

Summary

Waymakers is a non-profit organization that has been empowering both individuals and families throughout Orange County, CA for over50 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:

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.