Network for Victim Recovery of DC
Full-time Case Manager (On-Call)
Description:
Started in 2012, the mission of the Network for Victim Recovery of DC (NVRDC) is to empower crime victims in the District of Columbia through a collaborative approach by providing holistic, comprehensive services through community-based education, therapeutic, and legal support in order to achieve justice and encourage self-determination.
This agency employs a uniquely structured “shared leadership” model with two Co-Executive Directors operating together to make NVRDC a truly holistic agency that has strong relationships with other DC providers in hopes that the victim recovery process will become seamless.
Position Summary:
NVRDC seeks a case manager to provide hospital based crisis support in an on-call capacity as part of the DC Sexual Assault Crisis Response Program and to work collaboratively to provide case management support to survivors of crime. This individual will be resourceful, highly organized, a team player, flexible, a critical and analytical thinker, self-reflective and self-aware, and open to growth and learning. The case manager will be committed to working with people from diverse cultural, linguistic, economic, educational and vocational backgrounds to demonstrate NVRDC’s dedication to social justice and access to justice for all victims of crime in DC.
This is a full-time, (40 hours per week) FLSA non-exempt, at-will employment position. Work hours will be adjusted based on call scheduling. Flexible work arrangements are negotiable. Compensation: $40,000, plus benefits.
Responsibilities:
The case manager provides individualized support, assistance, advocacy, and referrals to victims of all crime in Washington, DC.
Specific responsibilities include:
Availability for several 24-hour on-call shifts per month to support the 24/7 hospital based Sexual Assault Crisis Response Program
Works closely with the DC Forensic Nurse Examiners clinical and administrative directors to facilitate open communication and a seamless referral process
Refers primary and secondary victims to appropriate internal and external services to include: medical treatment, compensation assistance, legal support, therapeutic needs, shelter, social and educational needs Assists other victims of crime with case management, as needed
Organizes education and training opportunities with partner agencies and members of the DC community
Maintains accurate case records and is responsible for project specific grant reporting
Works closely with law enforcement agencies, attorneys, schools, health and welfare agencies
Continues to grow and seek professional development opportunities for individual position(s) and organization
Performs other duties as needed.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate for this position must possess a combination of education and direct services experience that supports working with victims of crime and a demonstrated commitment to both public interest work and assistance to under served populations. This position requires a self-starter who works well independently and as a team player. Specific skills and background include:
Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred (Counseling, Social Work, Criminal Justice)
2-4 years direct victim services experience, sexual assault case management experience preferred
Shift work or on-call experience a plus
Experience coordinating outreach and training events
Experience working with and organizing volunteers
Must live within a 30 mile radius of Washington Hospital Center
Extensive knowledge of victim services available within the District of Columbia
Demonstrated commitment to social justice, anti-oppression, and/or ending gender-based violence
Demonstrated desire to work with crime victims and ensure they receive the services they need
Experience working for marginalized communities and crime victims
Experience working in the nonprofit arena
Experience completing grant reports for federal grants, grant writing, and/or development for a non-profit organization
Top-notch oral and written communication skills
Bilingual in Spanish, ASL, Amharic preferred
A reputation for integrity, dependability, and professionalism.
How To Apply:
Please send letter of interest and resume to Lindsey Silverberg, Sexual Assault Crisis Response Program Coordinator, at Lindsey@nvrdc.org no later than May 27, 2014
Full-time Case Manager (On-Call)
Description: Started in 2012, the mission of the Network for Victim Recovery of DC (NVRDC) is to empower crime victims in the District of Columbia through a collaborative approach by providing holistic, comprehensive services through community-based education, therapeutic, and legal support in order to achieve justice and encourage self-determination.
This agency employs a uniquely structured “shared leadership” model with two Co-Executive Directors operating together to make NVRDC a truly holistic agency that has strong relationships with other DC providers in hopes that the victim recovery process will become seamless.
Position Summary:
NVRDC seeks a case manager to provide hospital based crisis support in an on-call capacity as part of the DC Sexual Assault Crisis Response Program and to work collaboratively to provide case management support to survivors of crime. This individual will be resourceful, highly organized, a team player, flexible, a critical and analytical thinker, self-reflective and self-aware, and open to growth and learning. The case manager will be committed to working with people from diverse cultural, linguistic, economic, educational and vocational backgrounds to demonstrate NVRDC’s dedication to social justice and access to justice for all victims of crime in DC.
This is a full-time, (40 hours per week) FLSA non-exempt, at-will employment position. Work hours will be adjusted based on call scheduling. Flexible work arrangements are negotiable. Compensation: $40,000, plus benefits.
Responsibilities:
The case manager provides individualized support, assistance, advocacy, and referrals to victims of all crime in Washington, DC.
Specific responsibilities include:
Availability for several 24-hour on-call shifts per month to support the 24/7 hospital based Sexual Assault Crisis Response Program
Works closely with the DC Forensic Nurse Examiners clinical and administrative directors to facilitate open communication and a seamless referral process
Refers primary and secondary victims to appropriate internal and external services to include: medical treatment, compensation assistance, legal support, therapeutic needs, shelter, social and educational needs Assists other victims of crime with case management, as needed
Organizes education and training opportunities with partner agencies and members of the DC community
Maintains accurate case records and is responsible for project specific grant reporting
Works closely with law enforcement agencies, attorneys, schools, health and welfare agencies
Continues to grow and seek professional development opportunities for individual position(s) and organization
Performs other duties as needed.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate for this position must possess a combination of education and direct services experience that supports working with victims of crime and a demonstrated commitment to both public interest work and assistance to under served populations. This position requires a self-starter who works well independently and as a team player. Specific skills and background include:
Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred (Counseling, Social Work, Criminal Justice)
2-4 years direct victim services experience, sexual assault case management experience preferred
Shift work or on-call experience a plus
Experience coordinating outreach and training events
Experience working with and organizing volunteers
Must live within a 30 mile radius of Washington Hospital Center
Extensive knowledge of victim services available within the District of Columbia
Demonstrated commitment to social justice, anti-oppression, and/or ending gender-based violence
Demonstrated desire to work with crime victims and ensure they receive the services they need
Experience working for marginalized communities and crime victims
Experience working in the nonprofit arena
Experience completing grant reports for federal grants, grant writing, and/or development for a non-profit organization
Top-notch oral and written communication skills
Bilingual in Spanish, ASL, Amharic preferred
A reputation for integrity, dependability, and professionalism.
How To Apply:
Please send letter of interest and resume to Lindsey Silverberg, Sexual Assault Crisis Response Program Coordinator, at Lindsey@nvrdc.org no later than May 27, 2014
