0000003796.Caseworker.Da-Multi Purpose Advocacy Proj

Dallas County • Dallas, TX

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Provides support to the District Attorney’s Office by contacting and interviewing individuals who are victims of a crime and have a case pending. Provides information about the court process, punishment options, resources and referrals. Provides crisis counseling and court accompaniment. Does a risk assessment and safety planning. Works with outside agencies to obtain information and coordinate social services for crime victims. Assists in the application of crime victim’s compensation claims, and performs other related duties as directed.

Requirements

• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments, and the general public, while maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Contact and interview individuals who are victims of a crime and have a case pending.
• Provides information about the court process, punishment options, resources and referrals.
• Provides crisis counseling and court accompaniment.
• Conducts risk assessments and safety planning.
• Works with outside agencies to obtain information and coordinate services
• Assists with crime victim’s compensation claims.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees