Victim Volunteer

2 months ago

Salt Lake City, United States City of Salt Lake City Full time
Position Title:
Victim Volunteer
Job Description:
We are looking for a Victim Volunteer to assist victims of violent crimes and domestic violence by providing information and making appropriate referrals, assisting victims in court processes. The successful candidate will also provide
crisis intervention services and will liaison with law enforcement, prosecutors, and other agencies to assist victims in all crime categories. The Victim Advocate will also provide training and education to a variety of community groups and individuals.

This position requires a high-degree of independent judgment, decision-making, and an exceptional ability to work with, and effectively communicate with, diverse populations in difficult situations.

Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will remain open until filled.

TYPICIAL DUTIES:
  • Provides crisis interventions for victims of violent crimes.
  • Provides need assessment from information obtained through client intake documentation, client interview and information gathered in the initial background histories. Evaluates needs and makes appropriate referrals for counseling, housing, shelter, legal assistance, and other services as needed.
  • Assists victims in obtaining protective orders. Assists in filing victim reparation forms, victim/witness statements, medical release forms and other documentation pertinent to their case.
  • Follows-ups on all assigned cases assigned. Review incident report to determine advocacy needs. Access court computer systems; state, county and local police computer systems, researching case histories on victims, criminal histories of offenders, and all other police related activity involving both parties. Attends weekly staff meetings to discuss problematic cases, updated department and program policies, identify service gaps, develop action plan.
  • Attends appropriate court proceedings to support the victim. Makes necessary arrangements for non-English speaking participants, accommodates hearing impaired and other disabilities. Monitors court activity. Informs victim/witness of court dates and any changes.
  • Coordinates efforts and information with local battered women shelters. Manages assigned cases of victims and witnesses, including detailed documentation, and appropriate statistical data base information.
  • Performs other job related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • In school or graduated from an accredited college or university with a Associates Degree in Social, Behavioral Science, or Criminal Justice Program and one (1) year related work experience. Must Volunteer a minimum of 15 hours a month for 12 months. Equivalent work experience may be substituted for education on a year by year basis.
  • Effective interpersonal skills, to work with individuals in crisis situations. • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
  • Working knowledge of domestic violence issues, judicial processes, and resources for victims of crimes.
  • Must successfully pass all appropriate examinations as required by Salt Lake City Corporation, if applicable.

Full Time/Part Time:
Part time
Scheduled Hours:
20

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