Victim Advocate

Victim Advocate

Location

US-KS-Olathe

ID

2025-3414

Category

Legal and Court Services

Benefits Category

Full Time - Regular (Full Benefits)

Post End Date

12 / 25 / 2025

Salary Min

USD $23.18 / Hr.

Salary Max

USD $31.37 / Hr.

Organizational Unit

District Attorney

Work Schedule

M-F, 8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m.

Overview

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization.

We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you're searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

The Johnson County District Attorney's office is looking for a qualified applicant to fill the position of Victim Advocate located at 150 West Santa Fe Street, Olathe, KS 66061.

This position is a VOCA grant funded position.

First review of applications is December 29, 2025.

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities include :

Provides advocacy for a designated caseload of victims; researches and recommends resources and options to address individual needs; makes referrals to community-based programs and resources; ensures services provided are consistent and appropriate with needs; provides emotional support and encouragement to victims and witnesses, including during court proceedings; assists with navigation of the Criminal Justice System and referrals; provides timely information and responses to victim.

• Collects victim information and provides required notifications; processes initial information packet and on-going notifications of court hearings as required by statute; supplies information to court services officer; maintains statistical data for periodic review and reporting; provide assistance to victims in filing Protection from Abuse Order

petitions; and makes referrals for further assistance.

Job Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements :

One (1) year of related work experience. Associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Services or related field.

Johnson County Government requires reference / background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department / Agency.

Preferred Job Requirements :

One (1) year of advocate and / or case management experience.

Experience may be substituted for degree. Education may be substituted for experience.