VICTIM ADVOCATE

Victim Assistance Programs - Law Enforcement Based Victim Advocacy Unit - Irvine Police Department - F/T. Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, Some evenings and weekends required.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide assistance to victims of domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault, and elder abuse to mitigate the impact of victimization and/or during the case investigation and court appearance.
• Provide crisis intervention, short-term counseling, referrals and accompaniment services.
• Work in partnership with the District Attorney’s Office and law enforcement.
• Ability to work successfully with collaborative partners.

Requirements Include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in behavioral science, criminal justice, or related field.
• Two years of related experience working with people in a position involving the provision of victim services, peer counseling, or equivalent social skills.
• Must pass background investigation.
• Complete 48-hour state certified sexual assault counselor training and certified Domestic Violence Counselor training within first six months of employment.
• Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Korean preferred.

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.45 - $23.52 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Language:

• Bilingual (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Irvine, CA 92606 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Irvine, CA 92606: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person