Police Based Victim Services Caseworker On Call

Posting Number: Internal/ External 2024-07

Posting Date: March 7, 2024, Closing Date: When the right candidate is found.

Position:On CallPolice Based Victim Services Caseworker

Reporting Relationship: Reports Program and HR Director

Hours: Evenings and Weekends

Location: RCMP Office

Start Date: Immediate

Hourly Wage: Stand-by plus minimum 3 hours pay at $25/hr for callouts.

Key duties:

Provide ongoing court supports to clients referred to the program including but not limited to; court updates and explanations via telephone support, ongoing liaison with Crown Counsel including attending meetings, witness preparation/court orientation and court attendance when required.

Prepare concise, accurate and relevant case file information and court tracking.

Liaise with community service agencies, government agencies and police partners on matters relating to ongoing client court cases.

Education:

University Degree or an equivalent combination of training and experience in the field of social sciences including sociology, psychology, criminology, or a related discipline. Introduction to Trauma-Informed practice preferred as well as any additional training and experience in crisis intervention.

Other requirements:

Ability to obtain and maintain an RCMP Enhanced Security Clearance

Must possess a valid class 5 BC driver’s license in good standing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Working knowledge of the justice system, court, and police procedures as it relates to victims of crime.

Knowledge and understanding of victim’s rights and the services available to victims of crime and other traumas.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Sound knowledge of available community resources.

Exceptional communication skills in dealing with RCMP, community service partners, Crown Counsel, and the public.

Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.

Ability to handle emotional situations with an unbiased and non-judgemental approach.

CWAVS is committed to uphold the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion. In pursuit of our values, CWAVS encourages applications from BIPOC, persons with disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. We are seeking applicants who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across all levels of power.

All individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our organization are encouraged to apply.

Please send your resume, along with a cover letter indicating why you and your skills are a good fit for this position

We sincerely thank you for your interest in this opportunity and will only contact those under consideration for the role.

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $25.00 per hour

Schedule:

• On call

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• criminology: 1 year (preferred)
• crisis intervention: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-21
Expected start date: 2024-04-04