Victim Advocacy Specialist - Parallel Justice Program

City-of-Burlington,-Vermont; Winooski (VT); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work up to 1 day per week

Job summary

The City of Burlington seeks a Direct Service / Case Coordination professional to provide trauma-informed, victim-centered advocacy, case management, and resource coordination for victims within Chittenden County.

Based in the South Burlington CCCJC office, the role collaborates with municipalities, police, and partner agencies; remote work up to one day per week is available and the position advances Parallel Justice services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Psychology, or a related field.
• Two years of relevant professional experience in victim advocacy, restorative justice, or related services.
• Knowledge of crime victim issues, trauma-informed care, and restorative justice principles.
• Ability to build collaborative working relationships with municipal agencies, law enforcement, community organizations, and service providers.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive Parallel Justice and victim services utilizing trauma-informed, victim-centered approaches.
• Collaborate with CCCJC staff, municipal partners, law enforcement, community organizations, and victim service providers.
• Engage victims through established program processes, assessing needs and providing advocacy and referrals.
• Provide crisis intervention and safety planning when appropriate.
• Assist victims navigating the criminal legal system including restorative justice and victim compensation.
• Serve as a liaison among victims, criminal justice partners, and service providers.
• Develop partnerships to expand resources and improve access to services.
• Support victims in CCCJC programs including restitution and restorative processes.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate records per policies and grants requirements.
• Stay current on best practices in victim services and restorative justice.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Conflict resolution

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Psychology, or a related field

Two years of relevant professional experience in victim advocacy/restorative justice

Tools

Microsoft 365 (Outlook, SharePoint, Teams)

Job description

The City of Burlington seeks a Direct Service / Case Coordination professional to provide trauma-informed, victim-centered advocacy, case management, and resource coordination for victims within Chittenden County.

Based in the South Burlington CCCJC office, the role collaborates with municipalities, police, and partner agencies; remote work up to one day per week is available and the position advances Parallel Justice services.