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Special Victim Advocate - Grant Position

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States · On-site

$49k–$49k/yr

Mid level

Position Description This is a specialized Victim Advocate position that will be responsible for independent work acting as liaison between the Assistant State Attorney and victims of crime by providing crisis interventi…

Skills: Crisis Intervention, Supportive Counseling, Case Management, Victim Advocacy, Trauma Informed Practices

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Special Victim Advocate - Grant Position

Broward State Attorney's Office

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States • On-site

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  • $49k–$49k/yr
  • Full-time
  • high school, bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
  • Posted 5d ago
  • Apply by Sep 21
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Acts as a liaison between the State Attorney and victims of sex crimes and domestic violence to provide crisis intervention and supportive counseling. Responsibilities include accompanying victims to court, assisting with crime victim compensation, and facilitating trauma-informed training for law enforcement.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma with two years of experience in criminal justice or social science, or a Bachelor's/MSW with one year of relevant experience. Fluency in Spanish and/or Creole is preferred.

Full job description

Position Description
This is a specialized Victim Advocate position that will be responsible for independent work acting as liaison between the Assistant State Attorney and victims of crime by providing crisis intervention, supportive counseling and resource/referral services to victims of sex crimes and domestic violence.
Necessary Skills
  • Possess a nonjudgmental attitude
  • Possess the ability to establish empathetic relationships with crime victims
  • Have the ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing
  • Have the ability to access community resources and advocate effectively for victims
Duties
  • Inform Victims of crime of rights within the criminal justice system/Constitution
  • Provide crisis and supportive counseling to victims of Domestic Violence and Sex Crimes
  • Accompany victims to pre-filing interviews, discovery depositions, and court appearances
  • Assist victims to understand the criminal justice process
  • Make referrals to appropriate community agencies
  • Intervene on behalf of victims or their family members who are having difficulty accessing community services
  • Provide Judicial Accompaniment to Community Resource referral appointments
  • Assist victims/survivors in applying for Crime Victim Compensation
  • Act as a liaison between victims and prosecutors
  • Assist victims in developing and implementing viable safety plans
  • Facilitate Judicial Support Groups / Psycho-Educational
  • Facilitate training sessions to Prosecutors, Local Law Enforcement, and Community agencies to enhance trauma informed practices
  • Maintain current and concise documentation of services provided
  • Maintain current knowledge of SAO policies and procedures
  • Maintain current knowledge of research/information related to domestic violence and sexual assault
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or equivalency and two (2) years’ experiences with work in the area of criminal justice, social science, counseling, public contact or customer service; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. 
OR
Bachelor’s Degree or MSW and one (1) year experience within the State Attorney’s Office and/or work in the area of criminal justice, social science, counseling, public contact or customer service; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Preferred fluency in Spanish and/or Creole
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About Broward State Attorney's Office

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Broward State Attorney's Office - Florida's 17th Judicial Circuit

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Law Enforcement
Company size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
LinkedIn followers
1,427

The mission of the Broward State Attorney’s Office – the Office of the State Attorney for the 17th Judicial Circuit of Florida – is to build a safer community and promote justice, fairness and equity for all who live, work and visit here. The office is responsible for prosecuting all alleged criminal violations of state law that occur in Broward County. Led by Broward State Attorney Harold F. Pryor, our staff consists of more than 460 dedicated public servants. That includes approximately 213 assistant state attorneys, investigators, victim advocates and support staff. State Attorney Pryor is a Florida constitutional officer who was elected by Broward County voters in 2020.

Offices: 201 SE 6th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301, US

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About Broward State Attorney's Office

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Broward State Attorney's Office - Florida's 17th Judicial Circuit

Industry
Law Enforcement
Company size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
LinkedIn followers
1,427

The mission of the Broward State Attorney’s Office – the Office of the State Attorney for the 17th Judicial Circuit of Florida – is to build a safer community and promote justice, fairness and equity for all who live, work and visit here. The office is responsible for prosecuting all alleged criminal violations of state law that occur in Broward County. Led by Broward State Attorney Harold F. Pryor, our staff consists of more than 460 dedicated public servants. That includes approximately 213 assistant state attorneys, investigators, victim advocates and support staff. State Attorney Pryor is a Florida constitutional officer who was elected by Broward County voters in 2020.

Offices: 201 SE 6th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301, US

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