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VICTIM WITNESS ADVOCATE Job opening - Santa Cruz County state Arizona ( Job openings )
Santa Cruz County , state Arizona
( By Press Release office )
2024-03-20T00:00 - 2024-04-19T00:00 | 7 | 1
Qualified Applicants
are encouraged to apply for the following position by submitting a completed Santa Cruz County employment application, resume/curriculum vitae and a letter of interest indicating relevant experience and qualifications to the Human Resource Office, Santa Cruz County Complex, Room 119, 2150 N. Congress Drive, Nogales, AZ 85621 OR via email to
SCCHR@santacruzcountyaz.gov
.
THIS IS A FULL-TIME, BENEFITTED POSITION
Job Title: VICTIM WITNESS ADVOCATE
Department: COUNTY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
Starting Salary: $36,220 (Range 53)
Definition:
Under general supervision, establishes communications with victims/ witnesses, provides cns1s intervention services, advises victims of their statutory rights, keeps victims/witnesses informed regarding their cases, provides referrals to appropriate community resources and serves as a liaison between victims/witnesses and county attorney office personnel.
Essential Functions:
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.
Tasks:
Respond to requests by law enforcement and other concerned parties to provide crisis intervention services for crime victims and witnesses;
Assists clients in meeting immediate needs including, but not limited to safety, medical care, legal services, food, transport, clothing, and shelter;
Refers clients, when appropriate, to other public or private service providers; Conducts developmental -appropriate crisis interventions with children of all ages and educates parents/caregivers on how to recognize and mitigate crisis reactions;
Provides information and notification to victims and witnesses concerning their statutory rights, procedures of the criminal justice system and facilitates communication with various representatives of criminal justice agencies;
Maintains contact with victims and witnesses as needed and accompanies them to comi to provide support and information;
May assist with providing training, instruction, and orientation to new employees and/or volunteers and pa1iicipate in interviewing and selecting new employees;
Serves as liaison between the victim and attorneys and consults with attorneys regarding trial preparation and victim opinion;
Assists victims in applying for compensation through the Santa Cruz County Crime Victim Compensation Board;
Documents client services, contacts, and referrals in a designated database;
Maintains appropriate security and confidentiality of information created or encountered in the performance of assigned duties;
Develops and maintains sound working relationships with county attorney staff as well as personnel from law enforcement, medical, and social services agencies;
Knowledge, Skills, and Other Characteristics
:
Knowledge of:
basic criminal law and procedure and its application to crime victims; relevant federal and state laws, rules, and procedures (adult and juvenile);
crime victims' rights and Arizona's Victim Rights Act;
available community resources for social, medical, and economic purposes;
file and records management;
operation computer, computer software, including word processing, spreadsheets and databases;
methods, objectives, and standard practices for advocacy and case management;
Skill in:
utilizing the current crisis intervention model with victims;
dealing with the public in highly stressful situations;
working with clients and relaying empathy while providing information and support;
maintaining the confidentiality of clients;
working quickly and calmly in emergencies;
working independently and applying good judgment in crisis situations;
working with individuals from diverse backgrounds;
operating a computer and other common office equipment;
communicating effectively both verbally and in writing;
establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, the general public, victims, and colleagues from other agencies.
Qualifications:
Associates Degree in social sciences or related field from an accredited college or
Three (3) years experience in legal work in a law office, court, law enforcement agency, or social services agency
or
Three (3) years experience working with victims of crime
or
Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Must be bilingual (English/Spanish)
All applicants must pass a criminal history background investigation prior to appointment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Information:
Santa Cruz County government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
(Santa Cruz County is an EEO Employer)
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