Job Posting-Victim Services Case Workers

The Delta Police Department, one of the most respected police departments in Canada, is based in the richly diverse community of Delta, BC. Our core values of Honour, Integrity, Courage and Trust are the basis of our leadership philosophy and drive our commitment to the community. Every sworn officer, civilian and volunteer with Delta Police Department is expected to be a leader by living our core values in all that we do.  We currently have vacancies in the following area, and we welcome your application.

Position:	Victim Services Case Workers	Competition No:	CA 15-06
Salary:	Callout at $26.63 to $31.34 per hour Standby at $1.50 per hour	Closing date:	February 3, 2015
Status:	Auxiliary	Apply:	Online application form
Hours:	Sunday 1800 hours to Monday 0800 hours Monday to Friday 1600 hours to 0800 hours Monday to Friday office shifts as requested between the hours of 0800-2100hrs

Responsibilities:

This is specialized work involving the provision of crisis intervention services to victims and witnesses of crime and other forms of trauma. Additionally, Auxiliary Victim Support Workers may assist with office work at the request of the Program Coordinator. Crisis intervention services consist primarily of responding to requests for emergency support from members of the Delta Police Department and may include attending alone or with a colleague to any scene where requested by police, providing emotional support to any victim or witness of crime or trauma, arranging for transition home placement, transportation where appropriate, assisting police with next of kin notifications and assisting the Fire Department, Emergency Social Services or other agencies with victims of accidents or in disaster situations.

Required Education, Experience and Skills:

• Knowledge and understanding of the objectives and procedures of the Delta Police Department, Delta Police Victim Services and the services available to victims of crime and other traumas.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in providing crisis intervention skills including the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Clear understanding of the boundaries, limitations and safety standards in the provision of crisis intervention services.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with minimum supervision, as well as, part of a team.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with Police, Municipal employees, volunteers, community service representatives and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Basic familiarity with computers and software, including office suite.

Desirable Training and Experience:

• Grade 12 supplemented by education in Victim Services, crisis intervention or critical incident stress.
• Minimum of one year experience in providing Police-based crisis intervention services or other directly related experience.
• Estimated time of arrival to Delta Police Department must be a maximum of 30 minutes while on call.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance with Delta Police Department.
• Familiarity with Penelope Case Management software, PRIME and JUSTIN an asset.

Required Licenses, Certifications and Registrations:

• Valid BC Driver’s license with a safe driving history.

Interested applicants are requested to submit their resume and covering letter (quoting the competition number) using the online application form. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.