Victim Advocate

Utah County Government•Denver, CO

7d•$27 - $31

About The Position

The Victim Advocate at the Utah County Sheriff’s Office provides crisis intervention and support throughout the criminal justice process, and connects victims of crime to resources. The Victim Advocate has a primary responsibility to address the mental, physical, and/or emotional recovery of victims. The Victim Advocate acts as a liaison between the victim, the criminal justice system, and allied agencies and community services that are focused on system improvement. The Victim Advocate ensures the victim’s rights are upheld and honored.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or a related field
One (1) year of experience working with victims of crime
Knowledge of victim rights, advocacy principles, and the criminal justice system
Ability to provide trauma-informed crisis intervention
Strong organizational ,documentation, and case management skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and accurate documentation

Nice To Haves

Experience working within law enforcement or a criminal justice setting
Bilingual or multilingual abilities

Responsibilities

Provide crisis intervention and on-scene crisis response to victims of crime
Prioritize victim safety, needs, and interests in all advocacy and case management activities
Conduct safety planning and assist with civil and criminal orders of protection, including no-contact orders
Inform victims of their legal rights and ensure those rights are upheld
Assist victims with victim impact statements, restitution, reparations, and pre-sentence investigation reports
Provide education, advocacy, support, notification, and accompaniment throughout the criminal justice process
Serve as a liaison between victims and law enforcement officers, prosecutors, courts, and allied agencies
Review police reports and court records and conduct follow-up contact with victims
Attend court proceedings and testify as required
Connect victims with appropriate community resources and support services
Maintain accurate, detailed case records and prepare reports as required
Provide victim contact information to the County Attorney’s Office or Board of Pardons as needed
Ensure victims receive services in their preferred language and coordinate certified interpreters when required
Demonstrate cultural competence when working with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Collect and maintain statistical data for reporting, grant compliance, and reparations programs
Represent the Victim Services Program at trainings, meetings, and community or professional events