Victim Advocate

Ladgov Corporation; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ladgov Corporation is seeking a Victim Advocate in Meridian, MS to provide crisis intervention and support to victims of domestic violence. The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field and have at least 2 years of direct experience with victims. Responsibilities include safety planning, legal navigation, and accompanying victims during interviews. This role also entails maintaining discreet case files while collaborating with law enforcement and medical staff to ensure victim safety. Work is scheduled Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ direct experience working with victims of domestic violence.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and emotional support to victims.
• Assist clients with safety planning and legal/medical navigation.
• Accompany victims to interviews and court proceedings.
• Maintain confidential case files according to policy.
• Coordinate with law enforcement and medical staff.

Skills

Crisis response skills

Interpersonal skills

Trauma-informed care knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field

Job description

Job Position

Victim Advocate

Location: Family Advocacy Program Office, NAS Meridian, Meridian, MS

Schedule: Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, and advocacy to victims of domestic abuse and intimate partner violence.
• Assist clients with safety planning, protective orders, and navigating legal/medical systems.
• Accompany victims to interviews, court proceedings, and medical exams as requested.
• Maintain confidential case files in compliance with DoD and installation policy.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, medical staff, and command to ensure victim safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years’ direct experience working with victims of domestic violence.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care practices.
• Strong crisis response and interpersonal skills.