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Miscellaneous Temp - After Hours Advocate Registry (CVRCC)

Shelby County Government -
Memphis, TN

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Job Details

Part-time

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

Position Summary

Works PRN under the general direction of the CVRCC Rape Crisis Advocacy Manager to provide holistic advocacy support and services to victims and survivors of sexual violence. Completes initial intake of acute cases and works closely with other victim services agencies, law enforcement, courts, county, community groups, and faith-based organizations to ensure victims of crime understand their rights and relate to the resources necessary to promote healing and resiliency after trauma.

Shifts for this position consists of nights, weekends, and holidays (12am-8am, 8am-4pm, and 4pm-12am).

Pay Grade: 45H

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience in crisis intervention, counseling/case management or advocacy, of which one (1) year must include working with people impacted by trauma; AND
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology, counseling, criminal justice or related field; OR
An equivalent combination of related education and/or experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provides comprehensive victim advocacy services to victims of sexual violence and their families. Services are mainly provided at CVRCC. However, they may also be provided at hospitals and nursing homes if needed.
Accompanies victims to intake with SANE and documents victim’s history of assault.
Accompanies victim to sexual assault exam if requested by victim.
Performs crisis intervention counseling and explains resources, rights, and options available to victims of crime and their families.
Interfaces with other CVRCC and community partner agency staff, as well as outside public and private agencies, to communicate victims’ need(s) and to make necessary referrals and arrangements.
Assists victims in developing individualized safety plans and aids in the placement of victims in emergency shelter.
Maintains confidential case files with appropriate documentation and physical security systems.
Participates in quarterly after-hours staff meetings and trainings.

KSAs

Ability to intervene effectively in crisis situations.
Proficient knowledge of trauma and victimization and their impact on victims and their loved ones.
Ability to effectively communicate in written form and orally, in a clear, concise manner with staff, management, partner agencies, victims and the public.
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of social work or counseling.
Ability to deal tactfully with people from diverse backgrounds and situations.
Ability to use good judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.

Special Requirements

Must be willing to be on call as scheduled and willing to work evenings, overnight, weekends, and holidays.
Must possess a valid Tennessee Driver’s License or secure one by date of employment.
Must have daily access to an operable automobile and meet County requirements for automobile insurance upon date of employment.
Must be able to respond effectively to crisis situations.

Disclaimer

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Shelby County Resident Disclaimer

All employees hired after September 1, 1986, must be residents of Shelby County and shall continue to reside in the County as a condition of their employment. The residency requirement shall not apply to certain public safety/civil service employees. This means exemption from this policy is in effect for the following departments and positions: (1) Sheriff Deputy Patrol Officers, Deputy Jailers and Dispatchers, employed by the Sheriff Department, (2) Correction Officers employed by the Division of Corrections, (3) Firefighters, Paramedics and Dispatchers employed by the Shelby County Fire Department. The residency exemption for public safety/civil service employees does not include Appointed positions with Sheriff’s Office, Division of Corrections or the Fire Department.

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