Victim Support Program Coordinator

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. • Durango, CO

4d • $27 - $31

About The Position

The Victim Support Program Coordinator manages the notification process to victims to ensure that case notifications are being properly forwarded to provide compliance regarding victim rights. Additionally, they meet with Victims who request personal contact to discuss the harm that juvenile delinquency has caused, review rights, and communicate their desires. About the Juvenile Probation Department: The Juvenile Probation Department of the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County is dedicated to providing innovative and efficient juvenile justice services grounded in evidenced-based practices and research. These services improve the safety of our community, hold youth accountable through developmentally appropriate orientation, and ensure the public’s trust and confidence in the Judicial Branch. Join our Juvenile Probation Department in its mission to promote public safety through positive change as we connect youth to the community and provide opportunities that are delivered with fairness, dignity, and respect.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 4 (four) years of case management experience OR
• An equivalent combination of post-secondary education or job-related experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• Knowledge of: Court Processes.
• Supervisory practices and principles.
• Skill in: Using specialized court databases such as iCIS and GMAN.
• Supervising and evaluating assigned staff and coordinating the work of subordinates.
• The use of computer applications, including email, spreadsheets, databases, and word processing software.
• Decision making by considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and choosing the most appropriate one.
• Verbal de-escalation.
• Report writing and maintaining accurate case documentation.
• Testifying in a court setting.
• Ability to: Work independently
• Use effective time management skills to handle multiple tasks at one time with numerous interruptions in a high volume, fast paced environment.
• Diffuse emotionally charged individuals so they may focus on remedies available through juvenile court processes.
• Think critically, be accurate, organized and have attention to detail.
• Communicate information and ideas in English, both orally and in writing, so others will understand in a way that is appropriate to the needs of the audience.
• Establish healthy and productive working relationships with others.
• Preserve and protect the confidentiality of all Court information and victims.

Nice To Haves

• Experience advocating in a Justice or Social Work setting.
• Ability to speak and read Spanish.
• Knowledge of Arizona Crime Victims’ Rights Law.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that victims’ rights are being complied with by performing the appropriate case notification(s).
• Coordinates and participates in the development and implementation of policies to enhance the County’s economic position in relation to the assigned program.
• Prepares daily/monthly any aggregated reports.
• Ensures that program goals and requirements are met in a timely manner.
• Compiles information and resources, performs studies and completes research projects to further the programs objectives and goals.
• Coordinates the activities of the Victim Support Program with other areas as appropriate.
• Responsible for management of any Victims’ Rights alternative funding agreements, grants, and other special projects.
• Develops and oversees appropriate training for unit staff to take over initial functions of the Victim Support Program.
• Acts as a resource to the community by interpreting and disseminating data collected regarding the Victim Support Program.
• Performs supervisory duties for program support staff.
• Serves as a member of the Juvenile Probation Department Management Leadership Team.

Benefits

• We offer generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and 10 paid holidays!
• We have affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, and our employees are entitled to coverage by one of several State-sponsored retirement pension plans, our employee assistance program, and wellness incentives.
• Additionally, our employees have the option of life insurance, disability, a group legal plan, and pet insurance.
• Under the current guidelines for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, the Maricopa County Superior Court is a qualifying employer. Therefore, any full time Judicial Branch employee, who meets other eligibility criteria may be eligible for loan forgiveness under this program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees