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…
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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
MinimumRequirements 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
The State Attorney, Seventeenth Judicial Circuit, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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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
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