Crisis-Intervention Victim Services Counselor

City of Corpus Christi; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Corpus Christi is seeking a Victim Services Counselor to provide trauma-informed counseling and crisis intervention to crime victims and their families through the Victim Services Unit.

The role requires a graduate degree in a relevant field and at least two years of related professional experience; licenses or intern status are outlined, with a valid Texas driver’s license required.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field.
• Two years of pertinent professional experience in the program area.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, trauma-informed counseling and crisis intervention for victims of crime and their families.
• Conduct initial assessments to identify immediate emotional and support needs.
• Develop safety and support plans with victims and families.
• Collaborate with detectives, officers, prosecutors and other service providers while maintaining confidentiality.
• Maintain documentation of counseling contacts, services, referrals, and follow-up activities per VOCA requirements.
• Supervise student interns delivering counseling services to victims of crime.
• Participate in training and professional development related to victim services.

Skills

Trauma-informed counseling

Crisis intervention

Counseling documentation

Education

Graduate Degree in Counseling/Psychology/Social Work or related field

Job description

City of Corpus Christi is seeking a Victim Services Counselor to provide trauma-informed counseling and crisis intervention to crime victims and their families through the Victim Services Unit.

The role requires a graduate degree in a relevant field and at least two years of related professional experience; licenses or intern status are outlined, with a valid Texas driver’s license required.