Domestic Violence Victim Advocate

West Valley City; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Vision reimbursement

Job summary

West Valley City seeks a Victim Advocate to assist victims of domestic violence and other violent crimes, providing information, education, referrals, and support. The role requires a high school diploma and advocacy training within a year, with prior victim-service experience preferred.

Starting pay ranges from $49,774.40 to $51,500.80 annually, with a 4x10 shift schedule and non-exempt status. Benefits include health, dental, life insurance, PTO, holidays, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a standard senior high school, or equivalent.
• Must attend advocacy training within one year of hire, if not already completed.
• Prior paid or volunteer experience working with victims preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the public and victims of domestic violence and other violent crimes by phone and in person.
• Review criminal cases and contact victims to provide crisis intervention and ongoing support.
• Explain protective orders and assist with the protective order process.
• Assist victims with security/separation from the perpetrator and related needs.
• Rotate with other Victim Advocates to handle the 24-hour crisis line.
• Coordinate with Victim Advocates to relay follow-up information.
• Assist police at scenes and gather information for case processes.
• Report child abuse and neglect when appropriate.
• Prepare case reports and update victim interaction records.
• Maintain composure and professionalism with tough conversations.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advocacy training within 1 year

Experience with victims preferred

Job description

West Valley City seeks a Victim Advocate to assist victims of domestic violence and other violent crimes, providing information, education, referrals, and support. The role requires a high school diploma and advocacy training within a year, with prior victim-service experience preferred.

Starting pay ranges from $49,774.40 to $51,500.80 annually, with a 4x10 shift schedule and non-exempt status. Benefits include health, dental, life insurance, PTO, holidays, and retirement options.