DV/SA Case Manager - Co-Location at Erie County Sherriff's Office

Crisis Services is looking to add a Domestic Violence / Sexual Assault Case Manager to our Advocate Department's Case Management and Prevention Team. We are seeking professionals with public health, human services, social work, or education degrees who are interested in supporting our mission to provide support to anyone in need. This position is co-located at the Erie County Sherriff's Office. Who we are:Crisis Servicesis a 24-hour comprehensive crisis center and community resource whose first responders save lives by restoring safety, promoting emotional strength, and reducing the impact of trauma through intervention, education, prevention, and community collaboration. What we offer:Competitive pay including regular annual increasesPaid training and professional development opportunitiesCWA Local 1122 union membershipGenerous paid time off and paid meal breaksEmployee self-care and wellness supports including Calm app subscription for all employees and their family membersQuiet Room, Exercise Room and Lactation Room onsiteGreat health insurance coverage w/generous employer premium contribution$300/year Flexible Spending Account provided by agencyAccess to dental, vision and other ancillary insurance coverage options403(b) plan w/employer match after one year of serviceEligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness program About this opportunity:The Advocate Department of Crisis Services is Erie County's Rape Crisis Center and a licensed Non-Residential Domestic Violence Service Provider in New York State. The Department provides comprehensive victim services to individuals who have experienced sexual assault, domestic violence, family violence and/or elder abuse. The Domestic Violence / Sexual Assault Case Manager will provide crisis intervention, case management, advocacy and follow-up services to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, with a focus on the Erie County Sherriff's Office jurisdiction. Such response is intended to reduce trauma, promote offender accountability and facilitate healing. The Case Manager will provide personal and criminal justice advocacy and accompaniment for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Additional support for survivors may be provided during presentation at Erie County emergency departments, other Erie County police precincts, and/or court proceedings. The Case Manager will assist with linkages between law enforcement, the district attorney's office and other community-based agencies working with domestic violence and sexual assault survivors. Job Type:Full Time, 40 hours/week Pay:$22.04 - $25.81 per hour Schedule:Monday through Friday, typically 8a-4p or 9a-5p.Some evening and/or weekend hours, as needed.Hospital On-Call is required for this position outside of the regularly scheduled 40 hours per week. A minimum of 48 on-call hours and a maximum of 96 on-call hours per month is required. When on-call, staff may be activated which requires staff to respond to local county emergency rooms to provide crisis intervention and supportive services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, family violence and/or elder abuse and/or provide support to volunteers who are on-call for the Hospital Response Program. Work Setting:Onsite at Erie County Sheriff's Office, 10 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY What you will bring:Bachelor's Degree or Master's degree from an accredited college and/or university in human services, public health, social work or related field, or equivalent experienceA minimum of 6 months' relevant work experience preferably providing direct services in domestic/family violence response and/or prevention workDemonstrated knowledge of domestic violence dynamics and effects, public awareness and crisis intervention servicesClear and calm judgment centered on survivors and ability to maintain ethical boundaries with clientsSkilled in strategic and diplomatic collaborationKnowledge of practices and principles of empowermentA high degree of compassion, discretion and understanding for clientsAbility to work independently, in an organized fashion, maintaining attention to detail and accurate recordsAbility to manage multiple tasks and establish priorities in a rapidly changing and fast-paced environmentA valid NYS driver's license with a clean driving record and access to reliable automobile Ready for the toughest job you'll love coming back to?Crisis Services is a mission-driven organization that exemplifies professionalism and excellence in the delivery of crisis intervention. We are consistently looking for individuals who want to be leaders in crisis intervention and community resources for those with a mental health crisis. We have designed our agency to prioritize mental wellbeing above all else. Crisis Services promotes personal growth and success not only for those who seek our services, but for those that work with us every day. EEO STATEMENT:Crisis Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by law. DISCLAIMER:The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.