Highlands County BCC
CAC Victim Services Specialist - PART TIME
Highlands County BCC, Sebring, Florida, United States, 33876
Overview
CAC Victim Services Specialist - PART TIME at Highlands County BCC. This Community Programs position is responsible for specialized victim advocacy, providing partner agency consultation, and community outreach, along with some clerical and administrative duties within the Children's Advocacy Center. The role works with the multidisciplinary team at the CAC under the direction of the CAC Manager. Essential Job Functions
Provides specialized advocacy including care for spiritual injury, generational trauma, prior experiences, disabilities, and cognitive delays of child victims of abuse and their non-offending caregivers and families at all stages of an investigation and prosecution in compliance with the National Children’s Alliance Standards of Accreditation Participates on the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) by attending monthly case reviews to help identify and address diverse needs, providing consultations to MDT members regarding religious beliefs and backgrounds of victims and their families, and addressing vicarious trauma of MDT members Acts as the liaison between the CAC and youth serving organizations to provide education on trauma and abuse and equip faith leaders with tools for strong child protection policies Maintains records to reflect client services, MDT services, and services within the community Assists with facilitation of trauma-informed training for MDT, partner agencies, and community members Participates on the Sexual Assault Response Team for Highlands County to identify and address spiritual injury and vicarious trauma Represents the CAC at community events, sometimes outside of business hours May assist in the supervision of volunteers and interns as needed Responds productively to change and performs all other related tasks as required and directed Maintains a professional and safe unit and work area, adhering to established safety policies and the image desired for the organization Consistently follows Board policies and procedures Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience with Human Services, casework, and social factors Experience providing spiritual care Knowledge of office practices and procedures Ability to make decisions in accordance with rules, regulations, and policies Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, supervisors, directors, elected officials, vendors, and the general public Physical Skills
The individual must be able to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time. Must be able to inspect and assess daily written correspondence. Frequently operates various types of office equipment, including a computer and copy machine. Occasional participation in stairs is required. The role involves frequent communication with the public and co-workers and the ability to exchange accurate information. Occasionally lifts or moves up to 25 lbs. Work is primarily indoors, with rare exposure to inclement outdoor weather. Rarely operates a motor vehicle for up to 4 hours continuously or intermittently. Must be able to frequently position self to reach files and other items located on low shelves or the floor. Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Must have five years of experience working as a chaplain and/or with child and adult victims. A bachelor’s degree in theology, counseling, social work, psychology, criminal justice, or other human services field is preferred. Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations:
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver license at the time of employment. Must complete Victim Advocate training and Chaplaincy training within three (3) months if not possessed at time of hire. Other Job-Related Requirements:
Disaster Essential. Equal Employment Opportunity
The Highlands County Board of County Commissioners does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, religious belief, color, national origin, disability/handicap, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics or any other legally protected group/class. We are proud to be a drug-free workplace. Screening tests for illegal drug use may be required as a condition of employment. Posting details: Posting expires: Until Filled. Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing. This posting is for a part-time, mid-senior level, other job function within the Internet Publishing industry in Sebring, FL. The description below includes references to the posting platform and related metadata which have been removed for clarity.
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CAC Victim Services Specialist - PART TIME at Highlands County BCC. This Community Programs position is responsible for specialized victim advocacy, providing partner agency consultation, and community outreach, along with some clerical and administrative duties within the Children's Advocacy Center. The role works with the multidisciplinary team at the CAC under the direction of the CAC Manager. Essential Job Functions
Provides specialized advocacy including care for spiritual injury, generational trauma, prior experiences, disabilities, and cognitive delays of child victims of abuse and their non-offending caregivers and families at all stages of an investigation and prosecution in compliance with the National Children’s Alliance Standards of Accreditation Participates on the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) by attending monthly case reviews to help identify and address diverse needs, providing consultations to MDT members regarding religious beliefs and backgrounds of victims and their families, and addressing vicarious trauma of MDT members Acts as the liaison between the CAC and youth serving organizations to provide education on trauma and abuse and equip faith leaders with tools for strong child protection policies Maintains records to reflect client services, MDT services, and services within the community Assists with facilitation of trauma-informed training for MDT, partner agencies, and community members Participates on the Sexual Assault Response Team for Highlands County to identify and address spiritual injury and vicarious trauma Represents the CAC at community events, sometimes outside of business hours May assist in the supervision of volunteers and interns as needed Responds productively to change and performs all other related tasks as required and directed Maintains a professional and safe unit and work area, adhering to established safety policies and the image desired for the organization Consistently follows Board policies and procedures Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience with Human Services, casework, and social factors Experience providing spiritual care Knowledge of office practices and procedures Ability to make decisions in accordance with rules, regulations, and policies Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, supervisors, directors, elected officials, vendors, and the general public Physical Skills
The individual must be able to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time. Must be able to inspect and assess daily written correspondence. Frequently operates various types of office equipment, including a computer and copy machine. Occasional participation in stairs is required. The role involves frequent communication with the public and co-workers and the ability to exchange accurate information. Occasionally lifts or moves up to 25 lbs. Work is primarily indoors, with rare exposure to inclement outdoor weather. Rarely operates a motor vehicle for up to 4 hours continuously or intermittently. Must be able to frequently position self to reach files and other items located on low shelves or the floor. Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Must have five years of experience working as a chaplain and/or with child and adult victims. A bachelor’s degree in theology, counseling, social work, psychology, criminal justice, or other human services field is preferred. Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations:
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver license at the time of employment. Must complete Victim Advocate training and Chaplaincy training within three (3) months if not possessed at time of hire. Other Job-Related Requirements:
Disaster Essential. Equal Employment Opportunity
The Highlands County Board of County Commissioners does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, religious belief, color, national origin, disability/handicap, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics or any other legally protected group/class. We are proud to be a drug-free workplace. Screening tests for illegal drug use may be required as a condition of employment. Posting details: Posting expires: Until Filled. Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing. This posting is for a part-time, mid-senior level, other job function within the Internet Publishing industry in Sebring, FL. The description below includes references to the posting platform and related metadata which have been removed for clarity.
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