Advocacy Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Advocacy Specialist is responsible for assisting survivors in dealing with the immediate and long-term impact of victimization. The Specialist will be subject to call-out to assist in providing immediate crisis intervention to victims and witnesses of crime. Other responsibilities include : assisting survivors with victim compensation applications, completion of applications for Orders of Protection and Injunctions against Harassment, navigation of the criminal justice system, referrals to community service agencies, and assistance in exercising statutory rights. This position involves case management, referrals to community service agencies, and acting as a liaison between victims of crime, police officers, and social service agencies.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

DIRECT SERVICES                                                                                                                                 (65%)

• Provide crisis intervention, emotional support and guidance, advocacy services to sexual assault survivors and victims of crime as needed.
• Assist in developing and / or coordinating supportive activities to individuals and groups.
• Provide medical, criminal justice, and personal accompaniment services when requested and / or needed.
• Provide advocacy services when requested and / or needed.
• Provide direct service duties like staffing the 24-hour hotline and facilitating support groups.
• Help develop initial case plans and ongoing strategies for advocacy.
• Provide assistance in completing crime victim compensation applications.

ADMINISTRATIVE                                                                                                                                 (10%)

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT                                                                                                     (20%)

VOLUNTEER COORDINATION                                                                                                          (5%)

CORE COMPETENCIES

Strong relationship building and communication skills, including an ability to work and build trust across cultural differences related to related to race, class, age, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin or ability; and to reflect on one’s personal identity with humility.

REQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES :

Interpersonal

Technical

Work Habits / Attributes

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS :

PPGNY's benefits package includes :

Generous PTO and holiday schedule

Medical, dental and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents

FSA, HSA, Commuter pre-tax reimbursement funds

Short- and Long-Term Disability, Free Basic Life and AD&D

401(k) Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor contributions after 1 year of employment

All positions at PPGNY require :

Proof of immunization or immunity to certain communicable diseases (including influenza during the flu season and Covid-19) and testing for tuberculosis. These certifications are required by the NYC DOHMH Health Code, NYSDOH and OSHA.

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) is a leading provider, educator, and advocate of sexual and reproductive health care in New York State. PPGNY is proud to provide a wide-range of family planning services at our brick-and-mortar health centers and mobile care units. We care for everyone regardless of their immigration status, zip code or ability to pay. PPGNY’s education and outreach programs are backed by medically accurate, evidence-based information that allows people to make informed decisions about their health and future. As a voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY supports legislation and policies that ensure all New Yorkers have access to the full range of reproductive health care and education.

At PPGNY, we provide the absolute best care to our patients and our communities through innovative health care delivery and education programming. We care for everyone who walks through our doors regardless of insurance, ability to pay or immigration status. As a leading voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY fiercely advocates for policies to ensure that all New Yorkers will have access to the full range of reproductive health care services and information.

PPGNY is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe we are most impactful when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with common purpose. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.