Domestic Violence Advocate - CVAB

The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (“BXDA”) is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By “Pursuing Justice with Integrity,” the BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. Moreover, the BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice. By recognizing these significant distinctions and acting accordingly, BXDA has established a standard of excellence in the representation of the Bronx community at large, which continues to grow stronger every day.

The Crime Victims Assistance Bureau in the Bronx County District Attorney’s Office leads, manages and administrates the Office’s in-house victim services program, which provides direct, concrete, and therapeutic services to crime victims throughout Bronx County, and makes referrals when appropriate.
In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks experienced and enthusiastic Domestic Violence Advocate in the Crime Victims Assistance Bureau.

Job Responsibilities:
Specific duties include but not limited to:

- Provide crisis and emotional support to victims/witnesses involved in Domestic Violence cases, specifically Intimate Partner Violence.
- Connect victims, witnesses, and their families to concrete and therapeutic services.
- Explain the Criminal Justice process to clients and provide continued support throughout the process.
- Assist with Orders of Protection and Registration for notification of Inmate's release.
- Assist clients with the completion and filing of victim compensation claims with the State Office of Victim Services.
- Connect victims and witnesses to concrete resources.
- Prepare letters and forms to assist with other entitlements.
- Advocate with public and private agencies.
- Escort clients to court and confer with Assistant District Attorneys.
- Perform any other assigned duties requested by the direct supervisor or other CVAB managing staff.

This position is from 9am - 5pm.

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1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.