New York
Job Description Must have experience with trauma counseling / services Civilian Assistance Unit (CAU) The Unit will aid those who reportedly experienced trauma following a police encounter, with specific assistance provided for those who have reported sexual assault or other types of serious police misconduct during the investigation and trial processes. Civilians will be provided advocacy and support to assist them navigating through the complex legal system which may be encountered following filing a complaint. The Civilian Assistance Unit will use a trauma-informed and victim-centered approach to provide ongoing support to civilians (victims/witnesses of police misconduct) with various social issues they might experience. CAU Advocate will act as an important point of contact to connect vulnerable populations with needed social and psychological support services. As a liaison to support services in the City, CAU Advocate will help civilians to stay connected and connect them to City-wide services they may not be aware of or that are under-utilized. Tasks and Responsibilities: • Conducts psychosocial assessment and determines needs of civilians, • Provides resources, referrals, and assistance with victim's compensation, burial assistance, housing/relocation, clothing, food, transportation, medical services, counseling, mentoring, or other appropriate services, • Provides support and assistance to civilians navigating process, • Responds to inquiries and requests; explains the Victim Bill of Rights and judicial processes, • Notifies civilians of any status changes in case proceedings, such as hearing dates, case status and outcomes, and other pertinent information, • Uses phone, email, written correspondence, and in-person meetings to make contact and follow-up with civilians, • Accompanies civilians to investigator and attorney interviews as needed to provide support and guidance, • Communicates with Administrative Prosecution Unit, Investigators, community service providers, volunteers, interns, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work, activities and resolve problems; discuss cases; advocate and communicate on behalf of victim's rights, needs, and concerns, • Processes a variety of documentation associated with agency/unit operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures, • Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation, including victim's compensation packet, and advocacy reports; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of unit reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records, • Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, Internet, e-mail, or other software, • Operates general office or other equipment and supplies as necessary to complete essential functions Performs other related duties as required. Preferred Qual and Skills: Bachelor’s degree in social work, criminal justice, psychology or a related field required; a minimum of two years of experience working with survivors of trauma, such as crime or abuse; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Foreign language proficiency is a plus. Essential Skills • Proficient in MS Suite., • Exceptional oral and written communication skills., • Ability to multitask, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines., • A collegial, flexible and adaptable approach to work is required. *This position is a grant-funded one-year contract with the possibility of extension. Company DescriptionHow you project yourself in the world says a lot about you. So, what do we think is important for you to know about us? Soloh Partners is proud to be a wholly women-owned business. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We are driven by our passion for service: service to our clients & their mission and service to our candidates and employees. We believe in making things personal. It isn’t just business for us. This is about shaping careers and building an engaged workforce.How you project yourself in the world says a lot about you. So, what do we think is important for you to know about us? Soloh Partners is proud to be a wholly women-owned business. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We are driven by our passion for service: service to our clients & their mission and service to our candidates and employees. We believe in making things personal. It isn’t just business for us. This is about shaping careers and building an engaged workforce.