Victim Advocate

At Project REST, we are committed to empowering victims of crime to reclaim their lives and achieve their full potential. As a Victim Advocate, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive support and assistance to individuals affected by various traumatic incidents. Your primary focus will be to ensure that victims receive the necessary resources, guidance, and emotional support during a challenging time. This position requires a compassionate individual who is able to navigate the complexities of the criminal justice system while advocating for the rights and needs of those you serve. You will collaborate with law enforcement, medical professionals, and community organizations to coordinate services and foster a supportive environment. Your efforts will directly impact the recovery journey of victims, helping them to navigate legal processes, access counseling services, and rebuild their lives. At Project REST, we believe in the importance of empathy and resilience,...

Under general supervision, the advocate will work in a department of four who deliver a wide array of assigned services to victims and witnesses of juvenile and adult crimes as cases progress through court proceedings. An advocate, specialized case managers, and the coordinator perform responsibilities as allocated within the unit that can include a) administering functions associated with the accelerated rehabilitative disposition (ARD) and intermediate punishment (IP) courts, such as making phone calls to communicate approval standing, sending notices, handling victim-impact and restitution claims, accompanying a client as warranted, documenting services, and supporting assistant district attorney on case and attending court proceedings; b) carrying out duties regarding administration of Rights and Services Act (RASA) and Victims of Crimes Act (VOCA) grant procedures, which entail maintaining up-to-date statistics, data entry, revisions, and working with County personnel and...

Lifelines Counseling Services is currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Victim Advocate - Case Manager to join our team. As a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering survivors of trauma, we are committed to providing comprehensive and individualized services to those in need. In this role, you will be responsible for providing advocacy, case management, and support services to survivors of various crimes, including homicide, sexual assault, domestic violence and human trafficking. You will work closely with survivors, assisting them in navigating the legal and social service systems, assisting with basic needs, including housing, transportation, food, etc., providing emotional support, and connecting them with necessary resources and referrals for their ongoing healing and recovery process.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive case management services to survivors of trauma, including safety planning, crisis intervention,...

This position is open for a compassionate and dedicated Victim Advocate to join Lifelines Counseling Services on an on-call basis. The work hours will be from 5a to 5p, Monday through Friday. The position will require working up to 25 hours per week during this time. The position allows working remotely but requires being located in Mobile, AL.

Lifelines Counseling Services is a non-profit organization committed to supporting individuals who have experienced trauma. Our mission is to provide assistance, advocacy, and resources to help survivors navigate the healing process. As a Victim Advocate, your role will involve providing crisis intervention, emotional support, and advocacy services to survivors of various crimes, including sexual assault and child abuse. You will collaborate closely with law enforcement agencies, hospitals, and community organizations to ensure survivors receive the necessary support and resources they need.

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