PT Crime Victim Liaison

City-of-Pasadena,-Tx; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Pasadena is seeking a Crime Victim Liaison to support victims by recording data, documenting services, and administering services. The role involves reviewing case reports to determine eligibility for victims services and assisting clients in contacting shelters, medical services, and social services.

Additional duties include providing information on Orders of Protection, Crime Victim's Compensation, and Victim's Rights, processing intake reports, and responding to inquiries from the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Enrolled in a college degree program in Criminal Justice, Social Services, or Psychology.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
• Travel requirement may apply to ride in patrol vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Assist Crime Victim Liaison with recording data, documentation of services, and administration.
• Review case reports to determine eligibility for victims services.
• Advocate for and assist victims in contacting local agencies (shelters, medical, social services).
• Provide information on Orders of Protection, Crime Victim's Compensation, Victim's Rights, and access to other resources.
• Process intake reports, respond to Attorney General's inquiries, and assist in completing paperwork for victims of crime.
• Maintain a log of services rendered and report findings to proper entities.
• Attend monthly advocacy training and an annual, out-of-town, crime victim conference.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Enrolled in related college degree program

Job description

Duties:

Support the Crime Victim Liaison by assisting with recording data, documentation of services, and administration of services. Review case reports in order to determine eligibility for victims services. Advocate for and assist victims in making contact with local agencies; such as shelters, medical, and social services. Provide information about the options on Orders of Protection, Crime Victim's Compensation, Victim's Rights, and access to other resources. Process intake reports, respond to Attorney General's Office inquiries, and assist in the completion of paperwork for victims of crime. Maintain a log of services rendered to victims and report the findings to the proper entities. Available to attend monthly advocacy training and an annual, out-of-town, crime victim conference. Perform other duties and assignments as required and / or necessary.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma, or completed General Education Development (GED). Enrolled in a college degree program in an associated field related to the position (i.e. Criminal Justice, Social Services, Psychology). While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands / fingers to manipulate, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds. Based upon the requirement and availability for travel, the applicant must be able to enter / exit and ride within a patrol vehicle. PREFERRED: The applicant can work well in a team environment. The applicant has the ability to multi-task and possesses strong organizational skills to manage multiple assignments. The applicant is self-motivated and requires minimal supervision to complete tasks.