Experience Level
Entry-Level
Work Style
Hybrid
Opportunity Type
Part-time
The DC Victim Hotline and the VictimConnect Resource Center are operated within the Center for Victims and Survivor Services (CVSS) program of the National Center for Victims of Crime. CVSS combines a traditional telephone-based hotline with an innovative online chat, text messaging service, and web-based information and referral service 24 hours a day/7 days a week.
The primary role of a Victim Assistance Specialist (VAS) is to provide confidential strength based and trauma-informed support to crime victims and survivors by providing resources, information, and referrals. VAS are responsible for answering calls, online chats, and text messages when individuals reach out for support and assistance on both hotlines operated by CVSS. VAS represent the National Center for Victims of Crime during outreach events, as needed.
Compensation
$21.15/hr
- Health & Wellbeing
- Nonprofit/NGO