The Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance (MOVA) is pleased to share that we will soon be administering the Victim Compensation Program in Massachusetts and are looking for passionate, self-motivated, and organized individuals to join our team. Learn more about the Victim Compensation Program in Massachusetts here: https://youtu.be/KCRzITa7P4c.

About MOVA

MOVA is an independent state agency governed by the Victim and Witness Assistance Board. MOVA strives to advance victim rights by ensuring all victims and survivors of crime across the Commonwealth are supported and empowered through access to high-quality services that are trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and reflective of diverse communities. MOVA achieves this through survivor-informed work, advocacy for enhanced victim rights and services, partnerships with agencies and individuals, and a commitment to providing funding and services for underserved and marginalized communities.

Job Overview

MOVA is seeking mission-driven, trauma-informed advocates with direct service or social service experience to join our Victim Compensation team. Reporting to the Victim Compensation Claims Manager, Claims Advocates assist victims of violent crime and providers with the process of receiving compensation for expenses directly related to the crime according to the Massachusetts General Laws c. 258C and the related regulations. Claims Advocates also provide referrals to other service providers as needed. Claims Advocates work with providers, law enforcement, and related stakeholders to obtain and process necessary documentation to provide compensation in a timely manner.Claims Advocates are committed to providing trauma informed and equitable access to victims of crime.Claims Advocates must be mission-driven, effective communicators, and detail-oriented, with experience providing exceptional customer service, following multi-step processes, and effective record keeping.

Responsibilities

Provide advocacy to ensure equitable access to claimants seeking victims’ compensationUsing the case management system, collect required documentation and expense submissions in support of eligible claimsCommunicate with victims, providers, and law enforcement and other state agencies regarding the processing of claims Verify that expenses are eligible for compensation in accordance with the statute and regulationsSubmit claims for approval and assist in post approval processesMaintain records for all claimsAssist in collecting and entering information needed for payment to providers and claimantsAssist in responding to calls and people walking into MOVA’s office seeking assistance and information  Assist in providing outreach and training to victim service providers across the CommonwealthServe as a resource for information about the compensation process for providers who receive compensation paymentsAdvocate with community providers on behalf of claimants to encourage access to needed services while claims are pendingCollaborate with the Victim Services team to connect victims and survivors to additional resources and referrals

Additional Information

Submit cover letter, resume, and any accommodation requests to MOVAHR@mass.govMOVA is an equal opportunity employer and strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. MOVA encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.Non-managerial, non-exempt positionsSalary of $60,000 annuallyThese positions require working in a MOVA office (Boston or Northampton) four days a week for an initial training period of at least six months. Upon successful completion of the training period, these positions are hybrid.These positions require frequent travel to Boston for the training period and occasional travel throughout MA, including to both of MOVA’s offices

The Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance (MOVA) is pleased to share that we will soon be administering the Victim Compensation Program in Massachusetts and are looking for passionate, self-motivated, and organized individuals to join our team. Learn more about the Victim Compensation Program in Massachusetts here: https://youtu.be/KCRzITa7P4c.

About MOVA

MOVA is an independent state agency governed by the Victim and Witness Assistance Board. MOVA strives to advance victim rights by ensuring all victims and survivors of crime across the Commonwealth are supported and empowered through access to high-quality services that are trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and reflective of diverse communities. MOVA achieves this through survivor-informed work, advocacy for enhanced victim rights and services, partnerships with agencies and individuals, and a commitment to providing funding and services for underserved and marginalized communities.

Job Overview

MOVA is seeking mission-driven, trauma-informed advocates with direct service or social service experience to join our Victim Compensation team. Reporting to the Victim Compensation Claims Manager, Claims Advocates assist victims of violent crime and providers with the process of receiving compensation for expenses directly related to the crime according to the Massachusetts General Laws c. 258C and the related regulations. Claims Advocates also provide referrals to other service providers as needed. Claims Advocates work with providers, law enforcement, and related stakeholders to obtain and process necessary documentation to provide compensation in a timely manner.Claims Advocates are committed to providing trauma informed and equitable access to victims of crime.Claims Advocates must be mission-driven, effective communicators, and detail-oriented, with experience providing exceptional customer service, following multi-step processes, and effective record keeping.

Responsibilities

Provide advocacy to ensure equitable access to claimants seeking victims’ compensationUsing the case management system, collect required documentation and expense submissions in support of eligible claimsCommunicate with victims, providers, and law enforcement and other state agencies regarding the processing of claims Verify that expenses are eligible for compensation in accordance with the statute and regulationsSubmit claims for approval and assist in post approval processesMaintain records for all claimsAssist in collecting and entering information needed for payment to providers and claimantsAssist in responding to calls and people walking into MOVA’s office seeking assistance and information  Assist in providing outreach and training to victim service providers across the CommonwealthServe as a resource for information about the compensation process for providers who receive compensation paymentsAdvocate with community providers on behalf of claimants to encourage access to needed services while claims are pendingCollaborate with the Victim Services team to connect victims and survivors to additional resources and referrals

Additional Information

Submit cover letter, resume, and any accommodation requests to MOVAHR@mass.govMOVA is an equal opportunity employer and strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. MOVA encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.Non-managerial, non-exempt positionsSalary of $60,000 annuallyThese positions require working in a MOVA office (Boston or Northampton) four days a week for an initial training period of at least six months. Upon successful completion of the training period, these positions are hybrid.These positions require frequent travel to Boston for the training period and occasional travel throughout MA, including to both of MOVA’s officesMinimum of two years of relevant professional work experience; a degree may substitute for up to one year of professional work experience  Prior experience providing trauma informed assistance and demonstrated resilience in work that includes exposure to vicarious traumaExperience interacting directly with individuals seeking services or assistance preferably in criminal justice, social service, or medical systemsKnowledge of victim rights, services, and the criminal justice systemExperience in claims processing and/or case tracking is a plusCommitment to furthering MOVA’s missionEffective interpersonal communication skillsProven ability to maintain confidential information  Ability to multi-task  Exceptional attention to detail and overall organizational skills Ability to establish and meet deadlines consistently and effectively problem-solve Demonstrated ability to be a collaborative team player, take initiative, be self-motivated, resourceful, and flexibleDemonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse communities and ensure a culturally relevant and sensitive approachKnowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, data entry, word processing, or other computer experienceAbility to communicate to victims and survivors in Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole, or Mandarin strongly preferredThese positions require working in a MOVA office four days a week for an initial training period of at least six months. Upon successful completion of the training period, these positions are hybrid.Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within MassachusettsMinimum of two years of relevant professional work experience; a degree may substitute for up to one year of professional work experience  Prior experience providing trauma informed assistance and demonstrated resilience in work that includes exposure to vicarious traumaExperience interacting directly with individuals seeking services or assistance preferably in criminal justice, social service, or medical systemsKnowledge of victim rights, services, and the criminal justice systemExperience in claims processing and/or case tracking is a plusCommitment to furthering MOVA’s missionEffective interpersonal communication skillsProven ability to maintain confidential information  Ability to multi-task  Exceptional attention to detail and overall organizational skills Ability to establish and meet deadlines consistently and effectively problem-solve Demonstrated ability to be a collaborative team player, take initiative, be self-motivated, resourceful, and flexibleDemonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse communities and ensure a culturally relevant and sensitive approachKnowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, data entry, word processing, or other computer experienceAbility to communicate to victims and survivors in Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole, or Mandarin strongly preferredThese positions require working in a MOVA office four days a week for an initial training period of at least six months. Upon successful completion of the training period, these positions are hybrid.Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within Massachusetts