Victim Assistance Coordinator

Daggett County; Manila (UT); On-site; USD 26,987 - 32,511; Part time

Job summary

EmergencyMD is hiring a part-time Victim Assistance Coordinator in Manila, UT. This role focuses on community outreach and direct advocacy, aimed at creating meaningful change for victims.

You will work a dependable part-time schedule, earning $19.59 to $23.60 per hour. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma and specialized training in victim assistance, along with 2+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in victim advocacy or related human services.
• Ability to operate office equipment and maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of Utah laws and procedures regarding victim's rights.

Responsibilities

• Engage with the community to enhance victim services.
• Lead outreach efforts and prepare reports for county leadership.
• Oversee volunteer performance and provide direct support to victims.

Skills

Crisis intervention theory

Effective communication

Use of software applications

Knowledge of legal terminology

Education

High school diploma; specialized training in victim assistance

Certification in Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence (preferred)

Completion of Utah Victim Assistance Academy training (preferred)

Job description

Step into a rewarding opportunity as a part-time Victim Assistance Coordinator with Daggett County, based in Manila, UT and supporting the Dutch John community!

In this role, you will combine community outreach, program leadership, and direct advocacy to create meaningful change every day. As our part-time Victim Assistance Coordinator, you will earn $19.59 to $23.60 per hour.

You will maintain a dependable part-time schedule, working between 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Engage with individuals and the broader community to strengthen victim services.
• Lead outreach efforts by presenting to community groups, hosting training for law enforcement, and representing the program at public events.
• Prepare reports for county leadership and actively recruit and develop a network of volunteer advocates through interviews, onboarding, and ongoing training.
• Oversee volunteer performance by assigning caseloads, monitoring progress, and offering feedback and recognition.
• Provide direct support by assessing victims' safety needs, creating safety plans, and advocating for their rights within the justice system.
• Act as a key connector between agencies, ensuring communication is clear and services are coordinated to support successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; plus specialized training in victim assistance program management and operations.
• 2+ years of experience in a victim advocate setting or related human services area, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of crisis intervention theory and techniques, sexual/physical abuse principles, child and adult protection services, social service systems (legal, court, medical, and referral sources), State of Utah laws/regulations regarding victim's rights, and procedures of the justice system.
• Some knowledge of legal proceedings and legal terminology.
• Skills to use personal computers and various software applications.
• Ability to operate office equipment, including copy and fax machines.
• Knowledge of and ability to act appropriately within the position boundaries and boundaries set by victim rights laws and victim advocate ethics.
• Ability to respond and refer quickly, appropriately and effectively in crisis situations.
• Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to receive and appropriately maintain confidential materials and information.
• Ability to work with individuals from a range of economic and social experiences as well as state, county, and city officials.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with area service providers.
• Preferred: Certification in Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence.
• Preferred: Completion of Utah Victim Assistance Academy training.

Must have the ability to pass a background check.