Victim Advocate Assistance Coordinator

The current schedule for this position includes four 10-hour shifts 7 : 00am-6 : 00pm (day off to be determined) as well as rotating on-call assignment.

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the City Prosecutor to assist victims and witnesses of all crime categories : to assess needs provide information and make appropriate referrals and services; to act as a liaison for victims between law enforcement prosecution and other agencies; to recruit train and supervise volunteers; and to provide staff support related to assigned cases.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Exercises direct supervision over all Victim Advocates and volunteers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provide crisis interventions for victims of violent crimes; provide needs assessment from information obtained through client intake documentation client interview and information gathered in the initial background histories; evaluate needs and make appropriate referrals for counseling housing shelter legal assistance and other services as needed.
• Assist victim in obtaining protective orders; and assist in filing victim reparation forms victim / witness statements medical release forms and other documentation pertinent to cases.
• Follow up on all assigned cases.
• Attend appropriate court proceedings to support victims; make necessary arrangements for non-English speaking participants; accommodate hearing impaired and other disabilities monitor court activity; inform victim / witness of court dates and any changes.
• Assist to recruit volunteers for the Victim Assistance Program; schedule volunteers shifts and assignments.
• Supervise workload and schedule shifts and assignments.
• Develop and follow standard operating procedures for the Victim Advocate Program.
• Assist to develop and conduct volunteer training; develop incentives and recognition programs for volunteers; and develop forms and necessary documents to maintain volunteers personnel records.
• Coordinate support efforts and information with local battered women shelters.
• Assist in managing assigned cases of victims and witnesses including detailed documentation and appropriate statistical database information
• Transport victims to court and attend domestic violence court as needed.
• Ensure that all grants and reports are submitted to the Utah Office for Victims of Crime; and that any required reports are submitted to City Administration and the City Council.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education : Equivalent to a high school diploma or GED.

Experience : Four (4) years of experience as a Victim Advocate or equivalent related social services position providing a variety of support services for victims of crimes.

Certifications / Licenses :

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of :

Skill with :

Ability to :

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Athletics,Admin Support,External Audit,ASP,Blogging

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 28 - 40