Delaware Opportunities, Inc. is seeking a full-time Victims Counselor / Advocate to provide trauma-informed services to victims of crime, including domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. This role involves advocacy, accompaniment, education, and referrals, with a focus on empowering clients and supporting their safety and well-being.

Job Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Provide trauma-informed advocacy services to victims of crime;
• Offer medical and legal advocacy, accompaniment, and support;
• Provide information and referrals to appropriate community services;
• Assist clients in navigating systems and accessing needed resources;
• Participate in outreach education and public speaking as needed;
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation;
• Follow program guidelines and agency policies;
• Perform related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, gender studies, or a related field; and/or
• Four years of experience in human services or social work;
• Valid driver’s license;
• Ability to work independently with professionalism and integrity;
• Experience with outreach education and public speaking preferred;

Schedule & Pay:

• Full-time, weekends may be required
• 35 hours per week
• Pay range: $23.39 - $27.90 per hour depending on experience

To Apply:
Please submit your application, cover letter, and resume to CSpatafora@delop.org. Applications are available on our website at www.delawareopportunities.org or may be picked up in person at:

Delaware Opportunities, Inc.
35430 State Highway 10
Hamden, NY 13782

For questions regarding this position, please contact Cassandra Spatafora at (607) 746-1727.

To learn more about Delaware Opportunities, our services, and our organizational culture, visit our website at www.delawareopportunities.org 

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Delaware Opportunities Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.