STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 1ST CIRCUIT- VICTIM/WITNESS SPECIALIST I - 21004740
About The Position
The purpose of the Victim Advocate position is to provide direct support to victims of crime through each stage of the Criminal Justice System. Victim Advocates act as a liaison between the Assistant State Attorney and the victims involved in the criminal cases prosecuted by the Office of the State Attorney. The Victim Advocate makes initial contact with victims of crime to explain the criminal justice process, refer them to appropriate community resources, and advise them of their rights within the criminal justice system. This position is required to maintain and document ongoing contact with victims and keep them informed of their right to attend and provide input at each crucial stage of the court hearing. The Victim Advocate acts as the primary emotional support for victims and provides guidance to them during the criminal justice process. This position will also require the employee attend depositions, hold victim office interviews, attend court proceedings, and assist victims with paperwork as necessary.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalency and experience in the area of criminal justice, social science, counseling, public contact or customer service; or an equivalent of training and experience.
- Applicants must be able to pass a background check for employment.
- Employer is an E-Verify participant, requiring proof of identity, and proof of US citizenship OR legal right to work in the United States.
- Employees must practice safe workplace policies and procedures.
- Employees must maintain satisfactory attendance and job performance level to meet the mission of this employer.
- Individuals must use the State of FL “People First” electronic application and include a résumé and cover letter.
- Employer has a “harassment-free” workplace policy, and requires honesty, confidentiality and professional conduct.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for experience.
- A background in social work, criminal justice, psychology, and/or related field is preferred.
- Training, and/or work experience in the dynamics of victimization, community services and crisis intervention is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support to victims of crime through each stage of the Criminal Justice System
- Act as a liaison between the Assistant State Attorney and the victims involved in the criminal cases prosecuted by the Office of the State Attorney
- Make initial contact with victims of crime to explain the criminal justice process
- Refer victims to appropriate community resources
- Advise victims of their rights within the criminal justice system
- Maintain and document ongoing contact with victims
- Keep victims informed of their right to attend and provide input at each crucial stage of the court hearing
- Act as the primary emotional support for victims and provides guidance to them during the criminal justice process
- Attend depositions
- Hold victim office interviews
- Attend court proceedings
- Assist victims with paperwork as necessary
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
