About Us

Waymakers is a well-established non-profit human services agency committed to helping individuals experiencing conflict and crisis make their way to a place of strength and stability. Celebrating more than 45 years of providing services in Orange County, Waymakers is comprised of 8 core programs assisting over 120,000 persons a year.

Learn more at www.WaymakersOC.org.

VICTIM ADVOCATE (Lamoreaux Justice Center)

Domestic Violence Assistance Programs. Orange, CA. F/T, Monday – Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

Responsibilities Include:

• Provide assistance to victims of domestic violence and elder abuse in obtaining restraining orders.
• Provide necessary services to assure immediate safety and long-term needs of the client and his/her dependents.
• Work in collaboration with law enforcement, court, and partner agencies.

Requirements Include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in behavioral science, criminal justice, or related field.
• Basic knowledge of the criminal justice system, family dynamics, sociological aspects of family violence and victimology.
• Two years of related experience working with people in a position involving the provision of victim services and/or peer counseling preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the cultural/ethnic diversity of the service population and to be sensitive to the needs of special populations.
• In the first year of employment, must complete training for certification as a Sexual Assault Counselor as mandated by PC13835.10, and training as a certified Domestic Violence Counselor.
• Valid California driver’s license, auto liability insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.

Benefits

• 13 Paid Holidays
• 15-20 Paid Leave Days (based on hours worked and years of service)
• Choice of pre-tax group health plans with generous employer contribution
• Medical (HMO), Dental (PPO), and Vision (PPO) Plans
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with 3% fully vested employer contribution plus 1% match
• Free $50,000 Basic Term Life/AD&D Insurance
• Free Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Waymakers is a "Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer."

How To Apply:

Send resume and cover letter through Indeed or apply directly on our website: www.WaymakersOC.org

Visit our website to see our full list of employment opportunities and generous benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Waymakers is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and/or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.38 - $22.45 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Patient demographics:

• Adolescents
• Adults
• Children
• Older adults

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Biliterate English/Spanish: Able to read and write in both languages fluently?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Orange, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person