Victim Witness Advocate

Position Overview

Seeking an individual to provide information, support and assistance to victims and witnesses involved in criminal cases prosecuted by the County Attorney’s office.

General Responsibilities

• Reviews assigned cases and communicates with adult victims or the parent or guardian of minor victims
• Provides clear information to these individuals regarding the criminal justice system and their statutory rights, as well as notification and information with respect to the progression of their case throughout the criminal justice process
• Prepares witnesses and victim (family) for court proceedings or deposition testimony and accompanies witnesses and victim to these proceedings
• Attends Child Advocacy Center forensic interviews of child victims as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Provides information and referrals to community resources

Qualifications

· Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology or other related field

· Knowledge of issues related to victimization required

· Three years prior experience working with victims of crime and the court system preferred

· Possess a valid driver’s license with reliable and available means of transportation, as some traveling is required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.70 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Knowledge of issues related to victimization required

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person