Sexual Assault Crisis Case manager
The Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center is seeking applicants for a full-time sexual assault case manager position (35 hours/week).
The sexual assault case manager will provide a trauma informed immediate response, crisis intervention, confidential emotional support, information advocacy to victims of sexual assault, child molestation and their families. assessing immediate needs, safety planning and linking victims to other supportive services. The SA case manager is part of a coordinated response team and facilitates medical and legal supports and services while providing trauma informed victim-centered care.
Key responsibilities:
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Provide comprehensive crisis intervention and case management to victims of sexual assault and child molestation and their non-offending family members
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Provide culturally competent, trauma informed services to victims/survivors
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Coordinates services through multiple providers and support systems
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Serve as a liaison between victims/families and systems they may have to navigate because of a crime (e.g., medical, criminal justice and social support systems
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Explains legal and medical options that are available to victims/families
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Accompany and advocate for victims through medical, criminal justice and social support systems, including medical facilities, police and court proceedings with victim’s request and consent
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Provide assessment and service plan for victims
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Connect victims to other programing supports and social /community agencies if relative to client short, and long-term stabilization goals.
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Provide culturally competent, trauma informed services to victims/survivors of sexual assault and child molestation.
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Provide individualized safety planning for victims
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Provide a Non-judgmental empathetic approach to assisting victims of sexual assault
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Assistance with basic needs and providing victims with knowledge of their rights
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for this position has a minimum of one year experience working with victims of interpersonal violence, to include sexual assault, domestic violence, and sex trafficking. Knowledge of a trauma informed, client centered and empowerment model approach to serving victims affected by interpersonal violence and sexual violence. Well-versed in best practices of victims of sexual assault. An understanding of issues related to sexual assault, sexual abuse, and domestic violence.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent education/work experience
An understanding of issues related to sexual assault, sexual abuse, and domestic violence.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Strong written and verbal skills
Hours: 35 hours/week. Schedule to be determined.
Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center provides a friendly work environment, whose values include Dignity, Respect, Teamwork, Professional Support and Development. EBCC offers generous benefits, PTO, paid holidays, your birthday off, and a 401k plan.
The Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center is and equal opportunity employer, dedicated to policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants. People with disabilities, people of color indigenous people, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Application Process:
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Resume and cover letter by 12/1/2023
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Initial interview with EBCC Manager of Advocacy Services
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Reference check
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Criminal background check
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Second interview may be requested
TO APPLY: Send resume and cover letter via email to:
Gina Scordino, Director of Advocacy Services at ginas@ebchouse.org
Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor
The Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center is seeking applicants for a full-time position.
The Sexual Assault counselor will be responsible for providing individual counseling and support to victims of sexual assault.
Responsibilities will include conducting initial contact with potential clients, providing available services, and scheduling and managing appointments. Services will include individual counseling and support group. Will also work with community partners to bring awareness of services to the community and to identify victims and their need and readiness for counseling.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for this position has an understanding of the dynamics of sexual assault, interpersonal violence and related issues. Preferably, the candidate will have extensive background in working with victims of sexual assault and their families. The candidate will have knowledge and experience in trauma-informed care and the ability to work with adults and teens from a variety of backgrounds.
Hours: 35 hours/week. Schedule to be determined.
Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center provides a friendly work environment, whose values include Dignity, Respect, Teamwork, Professional Support and Development. EBCC offers generous benefits, PTO, paid holidays, your birthday off, and a 401k plan.
The Application Process:
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Submit resume and cover letter by December 1, 2023
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Interview with Director of advocacy services
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Reference check
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Criminal background check
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Second interview may be requested
Qualifications:
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Preferred master’s degree in counseling or bachelor’s degree with equivalent experience.
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A minimum of three years’ experience working with victims of Sexual assault and interpersonal violence including diverse people and groups.
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Knowledge of and sensitivity to victims of sexual assault and interpersonal violence issues and an expressed commitment to the empowerment of victims and survivors of sexual assault and interpersonal violence.
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3 to 5 years work experience in related field
The Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center is and equal opportunity employer, dedicated to policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants. People with disabilities, people of color indigenous people, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
TO APPLY: Send resume and cover letter via email to:
Gina Scordino, Director of Advocacy Services at ginas@ebchouse.org
