Senior Victim Counselor & Trial Liaison

Travis County; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Travis County seeks a victim counselor to provide counseling, crisis stabilization, and support to clients affected by victimization. You will assess psychosocial status and coordinate referrals to counseling and social services, while assisting with preparation for trial and coordinating client court appearances.

The role involves liaison work with prosecutors, advocates, and community providers, with potential lead duties and flexible hours to meet departmental needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social or Behavioral Sciences or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred (LMSW or LPC).
• Experience in counseling/social services or criminal justice settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling, crisis stabilization and support to clients, including victimization-related issues.
• Assess psychosocial status and coordinate referrals to counseling and other services.
• Prepare clients for trial and coordinate court appearances with attorneys and prosecutors.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis stabilization

Client advocacy

Court coordination

Communication

Record keeping

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social or Behavioral Sciences

Master's degree preferred (LMSW or LPC)

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

Travis County seeks a victim counselor to provide counseling, crisis stabilization, and support to clients affected by victimization. You will assess psychosocial status and coordinate referrals to counseling and social services, while assisting with preparation for trial and coordinating client court appearances.

The role involves liaison work with prosecutors, advocates, and community providers, with potential lead duties and flexible hours to meet departmental needs.