Trauma-Informed Victim Rights Advocate

Van Buren County

United States

On-site

USD 83,068,000 - 101,234,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Van Buren County seeks a trauma-informed Victim Advocate to provide advocacy and case support to crime victims in felony and juvenile cases under CVRA, coordinating grant reporting and partnerships with prosecutors, court staff, and community partners on victim rights matters.

The role emphasizes victim-centered services, accurate case documentation, courtroom support, and participation in trainings; requires a Bachelor’s in criminal justice or related field, and experience in the legal system

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, social behavior or related field.
Two years in criminal justice, law enforcement, social sciences, or related field and two years’ experience in the legal system or progressively responsible community service agency, and two years as a Victim Advocate II, and one year supervisory experience.
Satisfactory equivalent combination of experience or training.

Responsibilities

Manage felony and juvenile criminal sexual conduct cases and provide countywide coverage with Victim Rights Advocate.
Provide notices and information to crime victims within statutory timeframes and notify about court proceedings and MDOC victim services.
Collect and process Victim Impact Statements and assist victims with sentencing and restitution inputs.
Provide trauma-informed, victim-centered education, referrals, crisis intervention, safety planning, and bond-condition support.
Assist victims with restitution and coordination with probation or court staff.