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TITLE: Victim Advocate
STATUS: Part-time, 20 hours per week, Non-Exempt
HOURLY RATE: $18.00 and up, DOE, plus benefits
LOCATION: Marin
REPORTS TO: Director of Rape Crisis Center

Rape Crisis Center, a program of Community Violence Solutions, responds to more than 8,000 requests for help each year, approximately 1,200 in person. Staff and volunteers are on call to provide support by phone and in person 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our mission is to eradicate the violent crime of sexual assault and family violence. Child and adult victims receive immediate help through our 24-hour Crisis Line, Counseling and In-Person Support, which includes accompaniment to hospitals, police interviews, and legal proceedings.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Reporting to the Director of the Rape Crisis Center, the Victim Advocate is responsible for providing crisis intervention, advocacy, and accompaniment services as well as physical, technical, and emotional support for sexual assault victims. The Victim Advocate will have client confidentiality privilege and will maintain confidentiality. The Victim Advocate will provide law enforcement trainings.

SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Provide crisis intervention, follow-up, support services, advocacy, and accompaniment services to adult victims served through the Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) and other sexual assault victims as identified. The response includes medical, law enforcement, Child Protective Services and criminal justice advocacy and accompaniment as well as developing a plan with each assault victim in order to facilitate her/his recovery from the trauma associated with the sexual assault. Support services are also to be provided to the victim's significant others.
• Ensure that sexual assault clients are supported and accompanied through the criminal justice process. This includes law enforcement, district attorney, and other criminal justice advocacy and accompaniment as well as furthering a plan with each sexual assault victim in order to facilitate her/his recovery from the trauma associated with the sexual assault. Support services are also to be provided to the sexual assault victim’s significant others.
• Direct services can, and will, include meeting the sexual assault victim at convenient locations in order to ease access of service and identifying resources and assisting the victim to connect with those resources in order to promote recovery from the assault. Advocacy will include interfacing with medical and legal systems in order to provide continuity of services and collaboration among involved agencies.
• Occasionally provide transportation to related appointments.
• Facilitate run groups that assist individuals in their healing process.
• Conduct community outreach in order to educate and inform individuals and families that may have been impacted by sexual violence in order to promote their usage of Rape Crisis Center services.
• Provide community education presentations and tabling events.
• Provide training to law enforcement as requested about sexual violence and the services available to victims.
• Provide in-service education to volunteers as requested.
• Will assist in staffing the 24-hour crisis line.
• Draft project reports and manuals.
• Document all service delivery and maintain accurate and up-to-date records of service delivery to clients.
• Assist with administrative steps necessary to reach project goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BSW related degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Bilingual/Bicultural Spanish.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and two years experience in providing crisis intervention services to victims of crimes, preferably to victims of sexual assault.
• Experience in delivery of crisis intervention, counseling, advocacy and accompaniment services to victims of sexual assault both children and adults. Knowledge of sexual assault related issues and intervention techniques, ability to provide services in accordance with Rape Crisis Center philosophy and within Office of Criminal Justice Planning guidelines, and ability to work within a team approach both inter- and intra- agency.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system including law enforcement and court related issues related to sexual assault.
• Effective communication skills including writing (especially written procedures, grant reports writing), public speaking, active listening skills, and conflict resolution/mediation skills. Proven ability to advocate and negotiate.
• Demonstrated ability and sensitivity to diversity issues involved in working in a multicultural community. Experience in working with adults, children and families.
• Experience in implementation of goals and objectives to meet grant/contract compliance.
• Must be available to work some weekends or evenings, as needed.
• Able to obtain clearance with California Department of Justice.
• Must have valid California drivers’ license, insurance and working vehicle.
• Computer capable: Microsoft Word.

To apply: Send, fax or e-mail letter of interest and resume to: Human Resources, Community Violence Solutions, 2101 Van Ness Street, San Pablo, CA, 94806, Fax: (510) 237-0177, e-mail: hr@cvsolutions.org.

COMMUNITY VIOLENCE SOLUTIONS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in regard to race, age, cultural or religious background, disability, gender or sexual orientation. All qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

TITLE: Case Specialist, Human Trafficking Victims
STATUS: Part – Full time, Non-Exempt
HOURLY RATE: $18.54 starting hourly rate (DOE), plus benefits
LOCATION: Antioch and San Pablo
REPORTS TO: Anti-Human Trafficking Program Manager

The San Pablo office of Community Violence Solutions is the base for the Rape Crisis Center which houses the Anti Human Trafficking projects, Prevention & Outreach Services, and Safe 4 Us – A Supervised Visitation Program. The Executive Director, Finance, Human Resource and Administrative offices for all CVS programs are also located in San Pablo. The Children’s Interview Center and Multidisciplinary Team is also a collaborative program led by CVS but is located in Martinez.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Case Specialist is responsible for engaging and serving at-risk adults and youth who have been identified as potential victims of human trafficking, mapping resource options including possible certification as a victim eligible for a T Visa. This position provides follow-up to victims as well as continually builds the referral network of options. Some evening hours are required.

REQUIREMENTS & ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• BSW related degree or equivalent work experience require;
• Bilingual/Bicultural Spanish;
• Demonstrated knowledge of and two years experience in providing crisis intervention services and case management to victims of crimes, preferably to victims of sexual assault, human trafficking and domestic violence;
• High degree of sensitivity to and respect for diversity and cultural issues involved in working with clients of varying ethnicities and income;
• High tolerance and respect for individual survival strategies while promoting ever-increasing healthier choices;
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills and ability to establish rapport with people who may be difficult to engage;
• Comfortable with performing community based work;
• Highly motivated, willing to learn, and able to work independently at times;
• Experience in delivery of crisis intervention, counseling, advocacy and accompaniment services to victims of sexual assault, human trafficking or domestic violence both children and adults;
• Ability to work in collaboration with local and federal law enforcement, prosecutors, probation/parole officers and other agencies;
• Must demonstrate evidence of good judgment and priority setting;
• Effective communication skills including writing (especially written procedures and grant reports), public speaking, active listening skills, and conflict resolution/mediation skills;
• Experience in working with adults, children and families;
• Experience in implementation of goals and objectives to meet grant/contract compliance;
• Available to work some weekends or evenings, as needed;
• Able to obtain clearance with California Department of Justice;
• Strong organization skills, including ability to manage workload and complete paperwork on time;
• Basic computer literacy;
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, a working vehicle and automobile insurance;
• Engage potential victims – adult and youth;
• Ability to learn and promote the T Visa certification process with victims of human trafficking as appropriate;
• Provide intensive strength-based, solutions-oriented services that may include: assessment of family needs, resources and support systems; relationship building and empowerment of the individual’s community; arriving at mutually agreed upon and achievable goals; crisis intervention; and referral and coordination with community organizations including law enforcement as appropriate;
• Successful completion of Community Violence Solutions’ pre-service training;
• Attend trainings related to this position;
• Coordinate victim services and develop collaborative working relationships with multiple community based and public agencies as well as other case managers;
• Develop and maintain community and public relations contacts in order to promote referrals;
• Maintain records according to the requirements and standards of CVS and its funders;
• Assist in maintenance of referral and resource materials;
• Participate in data entry and the collection of outcome data;
• Conduct community education and outreach in order to educate and inform individuals and families that may have been impacted by sexual violence in order to promote their usage of CVS services;
• Provide training to law enforcement and other community members as requested about sexual violence/human trafficking and the services available to victims;
• Assist with the provision of in-service education to volunteers and new staff as requested;
• Assist in staffing the 24-hour crisis line and drop in center.

To apply: e-mail: hr@cvsolutions.org.

COMMUNITY VIOLENCE SOLUTIONS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in regard to race, age, cultural or religious background, disability, gender, gender or sexual orientation. All qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

TITLE: Administrative Assistant (Bilingual)
STATUS: Volunteer, part time
LOCATION: San Pablo
REPORTS TO: Director of Administration

The San Pablo office of Community Violence Solutions is the base for the Rape Crisis Center, Prevention Services, Stepping Stones Counseling Center, and Safe 4 Us – A Supervised Visitation Program for West County residents. The Executive Director, Finance, Human Resource and Administrative offices for all CVS programs are also located in San Pablo.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Volunteer Administrative Assistant assists the Administrative Coordinator with a range of administrative tasks essential to maintaining an efficient and well run center and maintaining a warm welcoming center for survivors of sexual abuse and their significant others. The office is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., as required by our grant funding.

SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Answering all office phone calls and routing calls
• Copying and filing and faxing
• Preparing Community Information packets and other media materials
• Updating forms and manuals
• Updating employee rosters
• Ordering office supplies
• Assisting Administrative Coordinator with data collection for grant applications and reports to funders
• Assisting program directors in various projects
• Maintaining a clean and pleasant appearance in the front office and entire facility
• Other responsibilities as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 18 years or older and have obtained a high school diploma (or equivalent)
• Clerical experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Explorer).
• Good verbal and writing skills including proficiency in grammar and spelling, and professional letter writing/correspondence
• Sensitivity to sexual assault issues
• Strong organizational and people/interpersonal skills
• Highly motivated, organized, self-starter able to work as a team player within an organization
• Able to obtain clearance with California Department of Justice
• Must have a valid California Driver’s license, insurance and working vehicle
• Bilingual bicultural (Spanish language) preferred

To apply: Send, fax or e-mail letter of interest and resume to: Human Resources, Community Violence Solutions, 2101 Van Ness Street, San Pablo, CA, 94806, Fax: (510) 237-0177, e-mail: hr@cvsolutions.org.

COMMUNITY VIOLENCE SOLUTIONS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in regard to race, age, cultural or religious background, disability, gender or sexual orientation. All qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

TITLE: Volunteer Prevention Educator
STATUS: Part time volunteer positions
HOURS: 3-5 hours per week; 6 month minimum commitment
LOCATION: Marin & Contra Costa Counties
REPORTS TO: Coordinator of Prevention & Outreach

Community Violence Solutions reaches approximately 10,000 young people each year in Contra Costa and Marin Counties through presentations at elementary, middle and high schools and on college campuses. Beginning in 09-10 fiscal year CVS will be offering these school-based services to younger populations. Presentations are designed to promote healthy relationships especially among young males and females and provide important information about sexual assault and dating violence and are interactive in nature. CVS’ Prevention Services also offer practical skill-building workshops to girls after school and on weekends focusing on assertiveness training and self-defense techniques; and a program exclusively for male students where participants examine the influence of media and culture on male sexual violence against women, terms and definitions of sexual assault, how rape impacts men and boys, intervention strategies for stopping sexual assault, and how to be an ally to women and girls. Workshops for adults on sexual harassment, personal safety/cyber-safety and self-defense are also presented to community organizations.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Volunteer Prevention Educator will assist Prevention Educators to provide after-school prevention services to schools and community organizations.

SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE:

• In tandem with Prevention Educators, provide school-based workshops for youth (at an age appropriate level) and their caregivers in regard to violence free relationships and teens on multiple topics including date rape prevention, sexual assault and sexual harassment prevention, and community workshops to adults on rape prevention.
• Conduct outreach to local schools and organizations for prevention education activities.
• Document all service delivery of prevention programs and record volunteer hours.
• Take state certified 50+ hour crisis intervention training in addition to prevention education training as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:
• BA or equivalent work experience required.
• Ability to relate to and communicate with youth and adults as well as staff in public agencies.
• Excellent public speaking and training ability.
• Ability to work effectively with all genders and multiple age groups
• CA Drivers License, vehicle and insurance.
• Able to obtain clearance from California Department of Justice.
• Computer skills in Word.
• Bilingual bicultural/bilingual (Spanish language) desired.
• Appropriate medical screening when required by school districts.

To apply: Send, fax or e-mail letter of interest and resume to: Human Resources, Community Violence Solutions, 2101 Van Ness Street, San Pablo, CA, 94806, Fax: (510) 237-0177, e-mail: hr@cvsolutions.org.

COMMUNITY VIOLENCE SOLUTIONS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in regard to race, age, cultural or religious background, disability, gender or sexual orientation. All qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

TITLE: Sexual Assault Victim Counselor/Crisis Intervention Volunteer
STATUS: Part time volunteer position
HOURS: Minimum of one 12 hour shift per week on crisis line for 12 months, and attend monthly in-service meetings. Supervision will be scheduled periodically.
LOCATION: Marin and Contra Costa Counties
REPORTS TO: Program Coordinator or Director, Rape Crisis Center

Rape Crisis Center, a program of Community Violence Solutions, responds to more than 8,000 requests for help each year, approximately 1,200 in person. Staff and volunteers are on call to provide support by phone and in person 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our mission is to eradicate the violent crime of sexual assault and family violence. Child and adult victims receive immediate help through our 24-hour Crisis Line, Counseling and In-Person Support, which includes accompaniment to hospitals, police interviews, and legal proceedings.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Sexual Assault Victim Counselor/Crisis Intervention Volunteer will provide coverage to the Contra Costa and Marin Crisis Lines to ensure the provision of intervention services for sexual assault victims in Contra Costa and Marin County. These services include crisis intervention on the phone as well as in-person accompaniment at police interviews and medical exams.

SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Current or previous RCC trained, certified Sexual Assault Counselor.
• Take calls from clients, accompaniment as necessary (outcalls), documentation of services provided, attendance at monthly in-services, and completion of all appropriate paperwork.
• Must respond within a 5-minute time frame to answering service and 40-minute time frame to evidence collection sites.
• Must have reliable transportation and be available to respond to Contra Costa/Marin County hospitals within 60 minutes.
• Provide initial crisis intervention to victims and significant others
• Provide accompaniment and advocacy during medical exams and police interviews
• Provide appropriate information and referrals
• Provide follow-up counseling and advocacy services per RCC protocol
• Comply with all child and elder abuse reporting laws
• Collect data and complete required paper work
• Able to obtain clearance with California Department of Justice.
• Attend monthly in-service meetings
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Successfully complete 40 hour pre-service training for certification as a Sexual Assault Counselor
• Must have desire and ability to work with sexual assault victims and their families
• Ability to adhere to agency’s philosophy and protocols
• Provide own telephone and transportation
• Provide three letters of recommendation
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Capacity to work within a confidential and security based facility
• Capacity and willingness to work weekends and evenings
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent personal and professional boundaries
• Capacity for balancing compassion and objectivity
• Obtain fingerprint clearance

DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED:

• Experience in the Human Service related field
• Experience preferred in the Family Violence/Domestic Violence/ Sexual Assault/Child Abuse fields
• Experience in crisis management/de-escalation techniques
• Education in related field (Associates or Bachelors preferred)
• Bilingual Spanish-English

To apply: Send, fax or e-mail letter of interest and resume to: Human Resources, Community Violence Solutions, 2101 Van Ness Street, San Pablo, CA, 94806, Fax: (510) 237-0177, e-mail: hr@cvsolutions.org.

COMMUNITY VIOLENCE SOLUTIONS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in regard to race, age, cultural or religious background, disability, gender or sexual orientation. All qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.