Crime Victim Specialist

Orleans Parish Sheriff'•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

The Crime Victim Specialist supports victims of violent crimes in the City of New Orleans. The role provides information and emotional support, researches and locates resources, assists with paperwork, and attends court with victims. The specialist also contacts criminal justice and social service agencies to obtain assistance or information for victims. The position manages crisis hotlines and support groups, coordinates case management for intakes, provides referrals and safety-planning assistance, and helps victims access compensation, shelter, transportation, counseling, and other services. It also provides crime-prevention information through trainings and presentations and notifies victims of inmate releases or escapes through VINELINK or the Louisiana Automated Victim Notification System (LAVNS).

Requirements

High school diploma, or college degree preferred courses, or specific coursework and experience in psychology, human resources, customer service, or education.
At least 2–4 years of college courses or degrees in Criminal Justice, Administration, or Social Sciences.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred courses.

Responsibilities

Manage staff crisis hotlines.
Run support groups.
Make referrals for in-person counseling.
Ensure overall case management of all intakes and provide information on victimization.
Work with local and federal agencies and the community to provide crime-prevention information through trainings and presentations.
Provide information on victims’ legal rights and protections.
Provide emotional support to primary and secondary victims.
Assist victims and survivors with safety planning.
Assist victims with Crime Victims Reparations applications for compensation.
Help victims find shelter and transportation.
Refer victims to other services and help arrange funerals.
Notify victims of inmate releases or escapes through VINELINK or the Louisiana Automated Victim Notification System (LAVNS).
Attend court with victims.
Research and locate resources, assist with paperwork, and contact criminal justice or social service agencies to obtain help or information for victims.