- Junior
- Office in Chicago
Join us! Come to work with Purpose. We are a passionate team of social change-makers, diverse thinkers, and problem solvers. Our purpose is to provide the best possible services that ensure full access to quality living and spread the power of inclusivity. We serve over 7,000 people with disabilities, behavioral health challenges, and those who are Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing. If you don’t want just any job—if you want to work where you can create truly transformational change—then Anixter is the place for you. Take a look at the job description to learn more!
Summary:
This role is responsible for providing crisis intervention, problem solving, short-term counseling to Deaf, DeafBlind or Hard of Hearing (DDBHH) victims of violent crimes. This role also includes assisting with all COA programs and activities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides crisis intervention, problem solving, short-term counseling to Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing (DDBHH) victims of violent crimes, either in the office or at agreed-upon locations in the community.
- Refers victims to appropriate community resources for services such as emergency shelter, long-term counseling and housing assistance, and provides on-going support through case management.
- Ensures communication access and support to all related services including medical services and to police and court proceedings, usually using sign language interpreters.
- Advocates on behalf of victim to ensure his/her rights and interests are protected within the criminal justice system and in interaction with other service providers.
- Assists victims to apply for compensation to which they may be entitled.
- Educates victims about their rights and responsibilities in order to encourage self-advocacy. When necessary, accompanies victims to court, meetings with police, lawyers and other service providers
- Develops flyers/brochures and other written materials about the Victim Assistance Program and victims’ rights.
- Arranges and/or develops and presents educational programs and exhibits about the Victim Assistance Program to DDBHH individuals, service providers, police departments, etc.
- Implements data collection procedures to document crimes against DDBHH individuals.
- Responsible for reporting according to state and private funding and assists with grant and contract writing as needed.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Fluency in American Sign Language, knowledge of Deaf culture required.
- One year of direct service work experience in the Deaf community with a strong knowledge of community resources.
- Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field required.
- Must take 40-hour Domestic Violence training.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to an operational vehicle to transport self to various locations throughout the metro Chicago area and collar counties.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- High performance teams and a strong team player
- Commitment to company values
- Computer proficient
