Victim Advocacy Specialist PRN-SANE PROGRAM
- Req ID: 31783
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Address:
2500 Metrohealth DriveCleveland,OH
- Work Type: PRN
- Date Posted: 1/31/2025
Location: METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER
Biweekly Hours: 8.00
Shift: variable, as patient presents
The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County's safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.
Summary:
Provides comprehensive support and advocacy services to victims of human trafficking, sexual assault, and domestic violence. Works closely with survivors to ensure they have access to the resources, care, and protection they need to begin their healing journey. Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, including healthcare providers, law enforcement, and social services, to offer trauma-informed, survivor-centered assistance. Ensures follow-up regularly occurs with the identified patient population as necessary following discharge from the hospital. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.
Qualifications:
Required: High School diploma or passage of a high school equivalency exam. 2 years of experience working with victims of violence, exploitation, or trauma. Experience in developing training programs or plans. Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office software products. Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Culturally sensitive and comfortable working with a diverse urban population. Strong knowledge of human trafficking, sexual assault, and domestic violence issues, including legal and social service systems. Organized and detail oriented. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings or weekends. Reliable transportation to make patient home visits and accompanying on appointments as needed. Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Preferred: Medical health care experience. Experience in social/human services, criminal justice, or mental health/substance abuse. Certified Ohio Peer Recovery Supporter. Physical Demands: May need to move around intermittently during the day, including sitting, standing, stooping, bending, and ambulating. May need to remain still for extended periods, including sitting and standing. Ability to communicate in face-to-face, phone, email, and other communications. Ability to read job-related documents. Ability to use a computer.
Biweekly Hours: 8.00
Shift: variable, as patient presents
The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County's safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.
Summary:
Provides comprehensive support and advocacy services to victims of human trafficking, sexual assault, and domestic violence. Works closely with survivors to ensure they have access to the resources, care, and protection they need to begin their healing journey. Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, including healthcare providers, law enforcement, and social services, to offer trauma-informed, survivor-centered assistance. Ensures follow-up regularly occurs with the identified patient population as necessary following discharge from the hospital. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.
Qualifications:
Required: High School diploma or passage of a high school equivalency exam. 2 years of experience working with victims of violence, exploitation, or trauma. Experience in developing training programs or plans. Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office software products. Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Culturally sensitive and comfortable working with a diverse urban population. Strong knowledge of human trafficking, sexual assault, and domestic violence issues, including legal and social service systems. Organized and detail oriented. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings or weekends. Reliable transportation to make patient home visits and accompanying on appointments as needed. Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Preferred: Medical health care experience. Experience in social/human services, criminal justice, or mental health/substance abuse. Certified Ohio Peer Recovery Supporter. Physical Demands: May need to move around intermittently during the day, including sitting, standing, stooping, bending, and ambulating. May need to remain still for extended periods, including sitting and standing. Ability to communicate in face-to-face, phone, email, and other communications. Ability to read job-related documents. Ability to use a computer.
