Case Manager - Visitation Monitor - Bronx Family Court - Part Time

About the role

The Family Court Program offers case management and practical assistance to victims of crime. The overall goal of the program is to reduce the impact of victimization through advocacy, counseling, and other support services.

Responsibilities

• Learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lens, into your work with clients.
• Provide client-centered crisis intervention, emotional support, and case management to victims of crime and abuse.
• Provide information regarding the Family Court process, court procedures, and the types of relief available, including Orders of Protection.
• Advocate with Family Court personnel (Judges, Court Clerks, Court Officers, civil legal attorneys, etc.) and the criminal justice system on behalf of clients.
• Develop and implement safety plans and conduct risk assessments.
• Refer victims to shelters and other services as needed.
• Aid clients with relocation and housing needs.
• Assist clients with obtaining emergency practical assistance, including OVS compensation applications, transportation, food vouchers, financial assistance, emergency cell phones, lock replacement, etc.
• Attend internal and external meetings, trainings, and workshops.
• Maintain thorough and accurate case records and statistics.
• Perform various other duties as determined by supervisor.

Requirements

• Understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence and other forms of victimization.
• Experience working with survivors of domestic violence.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team while also independently generating tasks.

Skills

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience is required.

Benefits

Safe Horizon will discuss potential solutions with candidates and may assist where needed and agreed to in advance.

Pay

Hiring Range: $23.36 - $24.00

Schedule

N/A