Spanish-Speaking Crime Victim Advocate

Suffolk County District Attorney; New York (NY); In loco; USD 42.000 - 52.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Descrizione del lavoro

Suffolk County District Attorney's Office seeks a Crime Victims Advocate (Spanish Speaking) to support victims and witnesses through the court process. The role emphasizes building relationships, providing information on procedures, and coordinating resources with interpreters and other services.

Starting salary is around $47,000 per year, with a comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and leave benefits.

Competenze

• Strong communication and interviewing skills.
• Ability to develop relationships with victims, witnesses and the public.
• Familiarity with court procedures and victim resources.

Mansioni

• Contact victims, witnesses and employers regarding pre-trial, hearing and trial times.
• Escort victims and witnesses to/from trial; attend case from pre-trial to sentencing.
• Explain hearing procedures; send follow-up letters; manage documentation.

Conoscenze

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Documentation & clerical

Formazione

Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Social Work or Sociology

Associate's Degree + 2 years experience in related field

High school diploma + 4 years social services experience

Descrizione del lavoro

Suffolk County District Attorney's Office seeks a Crime Victims Advocate (Spanish Speaking) to support victims and witnesses through the court process. The role emphasizes building relationships, providing information on procedures, and coordinating resources with interpreters and other services.

Starting salary is around $47,000 per year, with a comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and leave benefits.