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Program Assistant-Victim Assistance

Program Assistant-Victim Assistance

Catholic Diocese of ArlingtonCatholic Diocese of Arlington - Headquarters, 200 North Glebe Road, Arlington, VA, USA
Program Assistant-Victim Assistance.Catholic Diocese of Arlington - Headquarters, 200 North Glebe Road, Arlington, Virginia, United States of America Req #175 Monday, July 1, 2024 Meaningful work •...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Family Advocate

Family Advocate

The HR SourceHyattsville, MD, United States
Full-time
Job DescriptionPosition Summary : The Family Advocate for County Children's Advocacy Center plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive support and advocacy services to child victims of abuse and...Show moreLast updated: 8 days ago
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PATIENT ADVOCATE (RN)

PATIENT ADVOCATE (RN)

UHSDC, United States
Full-time
The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital).News & World Report has just released the 2023-2024 ratings and rankings, in which GW Hospital is recognized as a. GW ranks 5th in the region,...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
Fraud Victim Support Intern

Fraud Victim Support Intern

AARPWashington, DC, United States, US
$28.00 hourly
Return calls from the Helpline to assist people who have questions about fraud or have been victims of scams Provide good empathic listening skills and appropriate referrals for reporting and secur...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Customer Advocate

Customer Advocate

Peregrine TechnologiesWashington, DC, US
$125,000.00–$150,000.00 yearly
Full-time
Backed by leading investors from Silicon Valley, Peregrine supports public safety agencies across the country - from Los Angeles to Louisville to Atlanta - empowering public servants to improve ope...Show moreLast updated: 9 days ago
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Customer Advocate

Customer Advocate

House of RepresentativesWashington, DC, US
Full-time +2
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.The Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) provides operations support services and business solutions to the community of 10,000 ...Show moreLast updated: 5 days ago
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Senior Tax Advocate

Senior Tax Advocate

Natural Resources Defense CouncilWashington, DC, United States
$130,000.00–$150,000.00 yearly
NRDC is a non-profit environmental advocacy organization.We use law, science, and the support of.NRDC was founded in 1970 and our people helped write some of America's bedrock environmental laws, i...Show moreLast updated: 19 days ago
Client Advocate

Client Advocate

WTWPotomac, MD, United States
Full-time
This is a remote opportunity open to candidates located in the United States.Colleagues in this role will support assigned clients. They will work independently with Middle Market clients, some comp...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Chinese Victim Services Coordinator [Social Worker]

Chinese Victim Services Coordinator [Social Worker]

Korean Community Service Center of Greater WashingtonAnnandale, VA, US
$48,672.00–$52,416.00 yearly
Full-time
Position Summary : Under the supervision of the Director of Family Services & Quality Assurance, the incumbent : .Provides information, resources, materials, and / or referrals to survivors of domes...Show moreLast updated: 7 days ago
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Customer Advocate

Customer Advocate

DC WaterWashington, DC, United States
Full-time
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required...Show moreLast updated: 8 days ago
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Senior Tax Advocate

Senior Tax Advocate

Natural Resources Defense Council IncWashington, DC, United States
$130,000.00–$150,000.00 yearly
Full-time
Job ID2025-5699# of Openings1GroupClimate & Energy.NRDC is a non-profit environmental advocacy organization.We use law, science, and the support of 3. NRDC was founded in 1970 and our people helped ...Show moreLast updated: 15 days ago
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Customer Advocate

Customer Advocate

United States House of RepresentativesWashington, DC, United States
Full-time
The Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) provides operations support services and business solutions to the community of 10,000 House Members, Officers and staff.The CAO organization co...Show moreLast updated: 8 days ago
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Guest Service Advocate

Guest Service Advocate

Ben & Jerry's - Primo PartnersOxon Hill, MD, US
Part-time
Guest Service Advocate - Champion of Chunks and Swirls.Are you enthusiastic about delivering exceptional service and becoming the face of our brand? As a Guest Service Advocate at Primo Partners, y...Show moreLast updated: 7 days ago
Victim Specialist

Victim Specialist

DC Department of Human Resources441 4th Street NW Suite 1060N
$92,656.00–$118,558.00 yearly
There is only one city in the country that can say it is the Nation’s Capital – Washington, Given that distinction, The Metropolitan Police Department is the premiere law enforcement organization i...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Dad Advocate

Dad Advocate

Greater Washington Urban LeagueWashington, DC, United States
Full-time
The Greater Washington Urban League is offering The Black Fatherhood Blueprint Program in partnership with the United Way of the National Capital Area (United Way NCA). This program will provide gui...Show moreLast updated: 3 days ago
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PATIENT ADVOCATE (RN)

PATIENT ADVOCATE (RN)

Universal Health Services, Inc.Washington, DC, United States
Full-time
The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital).GW Hospital is recognized as a.GW ranks 5th in the region, which includes hospitals in D. Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia.GW Hospital ach...Show moreLast updated: 4 days ago
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PATIENT ADVOCATE

PATIENT ADVOCATE

Elevate Patient Financial SolutionsDC, United States
$16.50–$21.75 hourly
Full-time
Elevate Patient Financial Solutions.The Full Time schedule for this role will be.The purpose of this position is to connect uninsured hospital patients to programs that will cover their medical exp...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
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Patient Advocate

Patient Advocate

Med-MetrixArlington, VA, United States
Full-time
The Patient Advocate will complete Medical Assistance Applications on patients who may potentially qualify for benefits under the MA Program or other entitlement programs.Obtain all necessary docum...Show moreLast updated: 8 days ago
Advocate

Advocate

Youth Advocate ProgramsPotomac, MD, US
Part-time
Hourly, Part Time position serving youth and families throughout Montgomery County Area and Surrounding Areasare available. Applicant must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive r...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Program Assistant-Victim Assistance

Program Assistant-Victim Assistance

Catholic Diocese of ArlingtonCatholic Diocese of Arlington - Headquarters, 200 North Glebe Road, Arlington, VA, USA
30+ days ago
Job description

Program Assistant-Victim Assistance

Catholic Diocese of Arlington - Headquarters, 200 North Glebe Road, Arlington, Virginia, United States of America Req #175 Monday, July 1, 2024 Meaningful work

  • service oriented and respectful work environment
  • work-life balance
  • up to 2 days of telework after 90 days of employment for non supervisors - 1 day of telework for supervisors
  • generous leave
  • more holidays than the federal government, including Christmas week off
  • free parking as well as free transportation to / from Ballston metro
  • paid lunch breaks
  • professional development tuition assistance
  • tuition assistance for your children enrolled in our diocesan schools after 1 year of employment
  • generous benefits, including a pension plan
  • AND MORE...

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Office of Victim Assistance assists the Diocese of Arlington with the implementation of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People.

The Program Assistant is responsible for providing program and administrative support to the Office of Victim Assistance, as well as for other programs and initiatives to which the Director of Victim Assistance is assigned.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES :

  • Answers Office of Victim Assistance helpline and email address for victims / survivors of child and adult sexual abuse and their families; performs preliminary screening of callers; provides basic emotional support and educational materials; answers general inquiries; offers referrals for spiritual, psychological, and other support as needed.
  • Takes calls forwarded by other offices, screens calls, and ensures callers are directed to the proper department or resource needed.
  • Documents calls for follow-up by Victim Assistance Coordinator (VAC). Provides case notes to VAC and Bishop’s senior staff in a timely fashion. Creates and updates paper and electronic records of case notes. Follows up on report to ensure ongoing support is provided to victim-survivor and that records are updated.
  • May personally serve as language interpreter or coordinate the interpretation for victims / survivors.
  • Serves as primary contact for victim-survivors as needed, for example Spanish-speakers.
  • Plans, schedules, and coordinates the Healing Mass, annual retreat, virtual and in-person support groups for victims / survivors, as well as training workshops and other office sponsored events. Provides on-site coordination and support during events. Coordinates catering and other supplies needed for events. Mails thank you letters and stipends to speakers and event hosts.
  • Maintains a database of names and addresses of victims and survivors so that they may be invited to the support group meetings, retreats and other events hosted by the VAC Office, the Bishop of the Diocese of Arlington, or otherwise provided by the diocese. Maintains ongoing communication with victim-survivors.
  • Creates and places advertising for events and makes public announcements through local newspapers, Arlington Catholic Herald, and the diocesan website. Places public announcements that encourage victims / survivors to come forward to report abuse.
  • Creates and updates VAC Healing Mass Flyer, program brochures, and reporting forms. Manages annual mass mailings of program information to parish pastors, diocesan entities, and non-diocesan Catholic entities.
  • Maintains the Office of Victim Assistance website, calendar events, and online bulletin submissions.
  • Assists the Office of Child Protection with the Annual Report.
  • Assists with development and maintenance of a list of therapists and a list of priests, sisters, and laypersons with experience in abuse ministry, in all regions of the diocese, so that prompt referrals may be made for those in need of counseling and spiritual assistance.
  • Assists with the budgeting and financials for the Office of Victim Assistance. This includes preparation and submission of vouchers for payment of expenses for the program and for assistance provided to victims / survivors.
  • Organizes and updates victim-survivor files (hardcopy and electronic). Maintains records of paper victim-survivor files that are requested by other diocesan personnel or outside agencies.
  • Maintains records and documents related to every program event throughout the year, including yearly program statistics and documentation needed for the annual Audit.
  • Responsible for creating victim-survivor mailings and reminders (hardcopy and electronic).
  • Maintains ongoing communication with therapists, spiritual directors, and victim-survivors to ensure invoices for services are paid on time. Creates and mails Therapist Progress Report requests.
  • Assists with the annual USCCB child protection audit and the compilation of the required information and presentation to the Auditors.
  • Assists with compilation of required information for the annual CARA survey and maintains records for reference.
  • Performs all administrative duties for the Office of Victim Assistance including filing, mass mailings, updating of victim / survivor files, and ordering of supplies.
  • Organizes special events, meetings, trainings, and other projects as needed.
  • Assists in developing and implementing future program components to continually ensure the needs of victims / survivors and their support persons are met.
  • Participates in ongoing formation and trainings for those working with victim-survivors and their loved ones. Keeps up with current media coverage, literature, and research on sexual abuse and sexual abuse in the in the Church. Compiles and shares information and resources that may be of interest to victims-survivors.
  • Provides clerical, data-entry, and other administrative support to the Office of Child Protection as needed, including fulfilling tickets, entering VIRTUS trainings, and giving individuals credit for VIRTUS trainings. Refers calls and other correspondence to Child Protection Office when needed.
  • Assists Director by providing administrative support (, meeting minutes, scheduling, event planning and execution support) for the Mental Health Council and related strategic plan initiatives.
  • Provides support to Director for interviews with persons in his consulting work with the Tribunal and Spiritual Assistance Ministry, particularly when language translation is prudent.

    • RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY :

  • Supervision Received From Director of Victim Assistance. Exercises no discretion or independent judgment with respect to matters of significance
  • Physical Demands / Working Environment While performing the duties of this job, required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weight of 10 – 50 poundsRequires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and readFrequently required to sit, hear, talk, and use repetitive motion of the hands / wristsOccasional evening and weekend work is required

    • QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Knowledge / Skills : Basic knowledge of the Catholic Church, its beliefs, and teachings is essential. Must have an understanding of trauma and its effects. Must be able to show empathy, compassion, and patience, and maintain confidentiality; must be able to respond to crisis calls and highly sensitive information; strong planning and organizational skills with a keen attention to detail required; must have excellent interpersonal, communications, and public relations skills; basic proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and strong data-entry skills required; must be able to work independently and without regular supervision, and take initiative in problem-solving; Spanish language preferred.
  • Education Required : BA or BS required, preferably in the social sciences or humanities.
  • Years and Types of Experience : 1-2 years of experience working with emotional, sensitive, and / or confidential situations; minimum of 1-year administrative experience.