Lethality Assessment Protocol Coordinator

DHRM•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The Lethality Assessment Protocol (LAP) Coordinator supports statewide implementation, coordination, and continued improvement of the Lethality Assessment Protocol. The Coordinator works with law enforcement agencies, domestic violence programs, Victim/Witness Programs, Commonwealth’s Attorneys, and other partners to strengthen identification of victims at high risk for serious injury or intimate partner homicide and connect them with appropriate services and safety resources. The position provides training, technical assistance, program coordination, and data support to participating and prospective LAP sites. It supports activities funded through ICJR and Victim Witness (VW) grants and maintains appropriate documentation of grant-funded activities, time, program data, and performance. The Coordinator oversees day-to-day LAP implementation and administration; supports existing and new participating jurisdictions and agencies; develops training materials and resources; and coordinates training schedules and records. The role builds partner relationships, facilitates collaboration between law enforcement and community-based victim service providers, assists in identifying services for victims, and represents the Victim Services Unit at relevant meetings and workgroups. The Coordinator also performs advocacy and victim service activities consistent with grant goals and requirements; documents services, activities, time, and data across funding sources; assists with reporting, performance measures, monitoring, audits, and corrective actions; and raises documentation, reporting, or compliance concerns with the Director of Victim Services.

Requirements

Knowledge of victim-centered and trauma-informed services.
Understanding of confidentiality, privacy, and safety considerations for victims of crime.
Strong organizational, case management, documentation, and recordkeeping skills.
Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential participant information.
Ability to accurately document grant-funded activities, time, services, and program data across multiple funding sources.
Ability to maintain appropriate separation and documentation of activities supported by different grants.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with victims and survivors.
Ability to coordinate effectively with government agencies and community partners.
Ability to provide training and technical assistance to professional partners.
Ability to identify and report documentation, participant safety, or compliance concerns.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public policy, public health, or equivalent.
Experience working with victims of domestic violence, sexual violence, stalking, human trafficking, or other violent crimes.
Knowledge of Virginia victims’ rights laws and victim service systems.
Experience working with state or federal grant-funded programs, including programs supported by multiple funding sources.
Experience providing training, outreach, or technical assistance.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the day-to-day implementation and administration of the Lethality Assessment Protocol.
Support participating law enforcement agencies and victim service providers in implementing LAP consistently and effectively.
Assist new jurisdictions and partner agencies with establishing and implementing LAP.
Serve as a primary point of contact for questions about LAP implementation, procedures, and resources.
Maintain regular communication with participating LAP sites and community partners.
Work with partners to identify implementation challenges, service gaps, and opportunities to strengthen the program.
Assist the Director of Victim Services with statewide planning and continued development of LAP.
Develop and maintain LAP training materials, guidance, and program resources.
Coordinate training schedules and maintain records of trainings, participants, and participating agencies.
Build and maintain relationships with law enforcement agencies, domestic violence programs, Victim/Witness Programs, Commonwealth’s Attorneys, and other victim service partners.
Facilitate communication and collaboration between law enforcement and community-based victim service providers.
Support multidisciplinary approaches to identifying and responding to victims at increased risk of serious or lethal violence.
Assist with identifying appropriate services and resources for victims identified through LAP.
Represent the Victim Services Unit in relevant statewide and local meetings and workgroups.
Coordinate with partners to promote awareness and appropriate use of LAP throughout Virginia.
Perform advocacy and victim service activities consistent with approved grant goals and program requirements.
Maintain accurate documentation of grant-funded victim services and activities.
Track victim contacts, notifications, appellate proceedings, case coordination, referrals, partner meetings, trainings, and outreach.
Maintain an activity calendar documenting significant grant-related activities, including appellate proceedings, victim-related activities, partner meetings, and trainings.
Complete required timekeeping records accurately and document time spent on grant-funded activities.
Assist with collecting information for grant reports, performance measures, monitoring, and other compliance requirements.
Participate in required grant timekeeping, confidentiality, and compliance training.
Notify the Director of Victim Services of documentation, reporting, or compliance concerns.
Assist with grant monitoring, reporting, audits, and corrective actions as needed.