Trauma-Informed Victim Advocate II

Navajo County; Show Low (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Navajo County in Show Low, AZ is seeking a dedicated Victim Advocate to provide crisis and court assistance to crime victims under close supervision. The role focuses on trauma-informed advocacy, crisis response, intake, referrals, and coordinating with legal and social service partners.

You will work with diverse survivors, assist with safety planning, accompany clients to court, and help identify eligibility for victim compensation and restitution.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; some college coursework in Behavioral Science, Criminal Justice, or related field.
• At least two years of legal experience.
• Pass a background check.
• Valid driver's license; Arizona certification in victim advocacy or ability to obtain within a year.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed advocacy services for program participants.
• Answer crisis calls, aid in safety plan development, assess needs, facilitate intake or referrals.
• Participate in rotating on-call after-hours crisis calls and crisis intervention.
• Assist with court proceedings, accompany victims, and liaise with prosecutors and law enforcement.
• Assist with restitution and victim compensation processes and provide resources referrals.
• Cultivate relationships with community partners for coordinated local responses.

Skills

Trauma-informed advocacy

Crisis intervention

Courtroom escort

Communication skills

Interagency referrals

Client intake

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college coursework in Behavioral Science or Criminal Justice

Arizona victim advocacy certification (or ability to obtain within 1 year)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Office equipment

Job description

Navajo County in Show Low, AZ is seeking a dedicated Victim Advocate to provide crisis and court assistance to crime victims under close supervision. The role focuses on trauma-informed advocacy, crisis response, intake, referrals, and coordinating with legal and social service partners.

You will work with diverse survivors, assist with safety planning, accompany clients to court, and help identify eligibility for victim compensation and restitution.