Sexually Violent Predator (SVP) Advocate

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Richmond, VA

3d•$65,000

About The Position

The Sexually Violent Predator (SVP) Advocate provides victim notification, advocacy, case coordination, and support to victims involved in Virginia’s SVP Civil Commitment process and other assigned victim service matters. The Advocate works with victims, OAG attorneys, courts, law enforcement, Commonwealth’s Attorneys, Victim/Witness Programs, and other partners to ensure victims receive timely information, support, and access to services. The position also supports activities funded through the Victim Witness Grant and maintains appropriate documentation of grant-funded services, activities, time, and program data.

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

Provide timely notifications to victims about SVP hearings, court dates, case developments, and other relevant information.
Provide trauma-informed, victim-centered advocacy and support.
Explain the SVP Civil Commitment process, victims’ rights, court procedures, and available services.
Help victims prepare for and participate in court proceedings.
Connect victims with appropriate community, state, and federal resources.
Coordinate with OAG attorneys, Commonwealth’s Attorneys, Victim/Witness Programs, law enforcement, courts, and other agencies.
Maintain accurate victim contact information, case notes, referrals, service records, and confidential, organized victim case files.
Respond to Victim Services calls, emails, and other inquiries as assigned.
Maintain timely and accurate information in VSDCS, NAAVI, CIMS, and other required systems.
Track victim services, referrals, notifications, court activities, and other program activities; assist in reviewing program data for accuracy and completeness.
Provide information for program and grant reporting, and assist the Director of Victim Services in identifying service gaps, program needs, accomplishments, and improvement areas.
Perform advocacy and victim service activities consistent with approved grant goals and program requirements.
Document grant-funded services and activities, including victim contacts, notifications, appellate proceedings, case coordination, referrals, partner meetings, trainings, and outreach.
Maintain an activity calendar for significant grant-related activities, including appellate proceedings, victim-related activities, partner meetings, and trainings.
Complete accurate timekeeping records and document time spent on grant-funded activities.
Assist with collecting information for grant reports, performance measures, monitoring, and 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.